The Dybbuk
Originally released in 1960. The Dybbuk is a horror/drama film. directed by Sidney Lumet.
Starring Theodore Bikel, Sylvia Davis, and Ludwig Donath
Synopsis
The Dybbuk is a made for TV film adaptation of a classic Jewish folktale. The story is about a young Jewish man, Sender (Theodore Bikel) who loves a young Jewish woman, Leah (Carol Lawrence) but her father arranges her marriage with another man. The grief of this causes Sender to die, but his spirit passes into the body of his beloved on her wedding day. Rabbi Azrael (Ludwig Donath), who serves as our narrator through the beginning of the film, is charged with the task of exercising Sender’s Dybbuk (sometimes defined as a malicious spirit or demon who possesses the living) from Leah’s body.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 3, 1960
65 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Talent Associates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Dybbuk about?
The Dybbuk is a made for TV film adaptation of a classic Jewish folktale. The story is about a young Jewish man, Sender (Theodore Bikel) who loves a young Jewish woman, Leah (Carol Lawrence) but he...
Who directed The Dybbuk?
The Dybbuk was directed by Sidney Lumet.
How long is The Dybbuk?
The Dybbuk has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was The Dybbuk released?
The Dybbuk was released on October 3, 1960 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Dybbuk?
The main cast of The Dybbuk includes Theodore Bikel, Sylvia Davis, Ludwig Donath, Vincent Gardenia, Stefan Gierasch.