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A Prayer in the Dark

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1997-04-02
1h 31m
English
Released
Power Pictures

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The Hayworth family lives in a Quaker territory in up-state New York. The matriarch, Emily runs the local bank. Years before, she and her family took in troubled, young Jimmy Flood to protect him from his abusive father. Though one of Emily's grown daughters, Janet feels she did not belong in the quiet, devoutly religious community and left the Quakers, Emily believed that her family ties stayed strong. Real trouble comes to the family when Jimmy Flood returns to the house after busting out of prison with the help of Digby and Lester, and he takes Emily's family hostage in exchange for $4 million. If Emily fails to secure the money in time, her entire family will lose their lives. Determined to resolve the potentially deadly conflict in a peaceful manner, Emily calls an emergency meeting of the town friends to work out a solution and save her family.

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About A Prayer in the Dark

The Hayworth family lives in a Quaker territory in up-state New York. The matriarch, Emily runs the local bank. Years before, she and her family took in troubled, young Jimmy Flood to protect him from his abusive father. Though one of Emily's grown daughters, Janet feels she did not belong in the quiet, devoutly religious community and left the Quakers, Emily believed that her family ties stayed strong. Real trouble comes to the family when Jimmy Flood returns to the house after busting out of prison with the help of Digby and Lester, and he takes Emily's family hostage in exchange for $4 million. If Emily fails to secure the money in time, her entire family will lose their lives. Determined to resolve the potentially deadly conflict in a peaceful manner, Emily calls an emergency meeting of the town friends to work out a solution and save her family. Running 91 minutes.

A Prayer in the Dark Cast and Characters

The cast features Lynda Carter (as Emily Hayworth), Teri Polo (as Janet Hayworth), Phillip Jarrett (as Digby), Michael A. Miranda (as Lester), and Karl Pruner (as Marcus Hayworth). Their performances are a major reason A Prayer in the Dark has built such a passionate audience.

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A Prayer in the Dark runs for 91 minutes (about 1.5 hours).

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Who is in the cast of A Prayer in the Dark?

The main cast includes Lynda Carter, Teri Polo, Phillip Jarrett, and Michael A. Miranda, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

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A Prayer in the Dark was released in 1997.

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What is A Prayer in the Dark about?

A Prayer in the Dark is a Crime/Drama English-language film. The Hayworth family lives in a Quaker territory in up-state New York. The matriarch, Emily runs the local bank. Years before, she and her family took in troubled, young Jimmy Flood to protect him from his abusive father. Though one of Emily's grown daughters, Janet feels she did not belong in the quiet, devoutly religious community and left the Quakers, Emily believed that her family ties stayed strong. Real trouble comes to the family when Jimmy Flood returns to the house after busting out of prison with the help of Digby and Lester, and he takes Emily's family hostage in exchange for $4 million. If Emily fails to secure the money in time, her entire family will lose their lives. Determined to resolve the potentially deadly conflict in a peaceful manner, Emily calls an emergency meeting of the town friends to work out a solution and save her family.

When was A Prayer in the Dark released?

A Prayer in the Dark was released on April 2, 1997. It has a runtime of 1h 31m. The film was produced by Power Pictures.

Who stars in A Prayer in the Dark?

A Prayer in the Dark stars Lynda Carter, Teri Polo, Phillip Jarrett and Michael A. Miranda. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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