Day of Wrath (1943): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Day of Wrath
Director: Carl Theodor Dreyer
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 1943
Duration: 97 min
Cast: Thorkild Roose, Lisbeth Movin, Preben Lerdorff Rye, Sigrid Neiiendam, Anna Svierkier

What Day of Wrath Is About

In a Danish village in the early 1600s, a young woman named Anne, whose mother was thought to be a witch, develops sympathy toward an old woman, Marte, who is accused of witchcraft. The intervention of Anne's older but kindly husband, Pastor Absalon saved her mother -- but now, urged on by his overbearing mother, he refuses to help Marte. When Absalon's son returns home and is attracted to Anne, it's a matter of time before her family destiny catches up with her.

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What is Day of Wrath about?

In a Danish village in the early 1600s, a young woman named Anne, whose mother was thought to be a witch, develops sympathy toward an old woman, Marte, who is accused of witchcraft. The intervention of Anne's older but kindly husband, Pastor Absalon saved her mother -- but now, urged on by his overbearing mother, he refuses to help Marte.

Where can I watch Day of Wrath?

Day of Wrath is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel, Apple TV Store. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Day of Wrath?

Day of Wrath runs for 97 minutes (1h 37m).

When did Day of Wrath come out?

Day of Wrath was released in 1943.

Who directed Day of Wrath?

Day of Wrath was directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer.

Who stars in Day of Wrath?

Day of Wrath stars Thorkild Roose, Lisbeth Movin, Preben Lerdorff Rye, Sigrid Neiiendam.

What is Day of Wrath's rating?

Day of Wrath holds 8.0/10 on IMDb and 8.0/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 80 out of 100.