John Wycliffe: The Morning Star

John Wycliffe: The Morning Star

75 mins | Jan. 1, 1984

This affecting biography chronicles the life and times of prominent European philosopher John Wycliffe, who was the first to translate the Bible into English. The 14th century, Oxford University scholar often found himself caught between opposing theological, political and societal forces: He defended England's autonomy against the pontiff's authority and championed the indigent against the wealthy's abuses.

John Wycliffe: The Morning Star

75 mins | Jan. 1, 1984

John Wycliffe: The Morning Star
This affecting biography chronicles the life and times of prominent European philosopher John Wycliffe, who was the first to translate the Bible into English. The 14th century, Oxford University scholar often found himself caught between opposing theological, political and societal forces: He defended England's autonomy against the pontiff's authority and championed the indigent against the wealthy's abuses.
IMDb rating 6.9
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Original title John Wycliffe: The Morning Star
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Cast

James Downie

as Boy

Peter Howell

as Dr. John Wycliffe

Barrie Cookson

as Dr. Nicholas Hereford

Jeremy Roberts

as Throckmorton

Peter J. Cassell

as Batka

Mel Churcher

as Wycliffe's Niece

Noel Howlett

as Archbishop Sudbury

Malcolm Terris

as Sheriff

Martin Matthews

as Prisoner

Sebastian Abineri

as Peasant Husband

Anna Lindup

as Peasant Wife

Keith Buckley

as John of Gaunt

Colin Russell

as Squire Newberry

Michael Bertenshaw

as John Purvey

Robert James

as Bishop Courtenay