Watch John Wycliffe: The Morning Star (1984) Official Trailer
9 / 10 IMDb January 1, 1984 1h 15m
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.
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Cast
Peter Howell
as Dr. John Wycliffe
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Barrie Cookson
as Dr. Nicholas Hereford
Jeremy Roberts
as Throckmorton
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Peter J. Cassell
as Batka
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Mel Churcher
as Wycliffe's Niece
Noel Howlett
as Archbishop Sudbury
Malcolm Terris
as Sheriff
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Martin Matthews
as Prisoner
Sebastian Abineri
as Peasant Husband
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Anna Lindup
as Peasant Wife
Keith Buckley
as John of Gaunt
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Colin Russell
as Squire Newberry
Michael Bertenshaw
as John Purvey
Robert James
as Bishop Courtenay
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Derek Ware
as Peasant
Steven Finch
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