The Root of All Evil (1947)

7.4/10 • 110 min • Drama

Overview

Jeckie Farnish is a level-headed young woman, unlike her spoiled younger sister, Rushie. When the sisters become involved with charming businessman Charles Mortimer, the resulting tragedy leads to a lust for revenge on Rushie's part. However, Jeckie knows that she can always turn to reliable Joe Bartle in times of need.

Cast

Phyllis Calvert

Jeckie Farnish

Michael Rennie

Charles Mortimer

John McCallum

Joe Bartle

Moore Marriott

Scholes

Hazel Court

Rushie Farnish

Arthur Young

George Grice

Reginald Purdell

Perkins

Hubert Gregg

Albert

Stewart Rome

Sir George

George Carney

Bowser

George Merritt

Landlord

Bryan Herbert

Stubley

Diana Decker

Pam

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