The People vs. Jean Harris
Brief Synopsis
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For topicality, this production remains unique in having its premiere just nine weeks after the actual headline-making trial of the refined private school headmistress who was convicted of the murder of her unfaithful lover, Dr. Herman Tarnower, the famed "Scarsdale Diet" author. This taped movie br
Cast & Crew
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Sarah Marshall
Sari Price
Alan Manson
Marilyn Mcavoy
Lesley Woods
Martin Balsam
Film Details
Also Known As
People vs. Jean Harris
Genre
Drama
Release Date
1981
Technical Specs
Duration
2h
Synopsis
For topicality, this production remains unique in having its premiere just nine weeks after the actual headline-making trial of the refined private school headmistress who was convicted of the murder of her unfaithful lover, Dr. Herman Tarnower, the famed "Scarsdale Diet" author. This taped movie brought Emmy Award nominations to Ellen Burstyn as Outstanding Actress and O. Tamburri for Outstanding Technical Direction. Martin Balsam co-stars as defense attorney Joel Aurnou and Peter Coyote as the prosecutor, George Bolen.
Film Details
Also Known As
People vs. Jean Harris
Genre
Drama
Release Date
1981
Technical Specs
Duration
2h
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Aired in United States May 7, 1981
Aired in United States May 8, 1981
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