Friendly Persuasion (1956)

6.6 | Oct 30, 1956 (US) | Drama, War | 02:17

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Budget: 3 000 000 | Revenue: 8 000 000

Here's A Superb Motion Picture Full Of Fun... Laughter and Happiness.

The story of a family of Quakers in Indiana in 1862. Their religious sect is strongly opposed to violence and war. It's not easy for them to meet the rules of their religion in everyday life but when Southern troops pass the area they are in real trouble. Should they fight, despite their peaceful attitude?