Overview

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

Dr. John Wycliffe

Jeremy Roberts

Throckmorton

Noel Howlett

Archbishop Sudbury

Malcolm Terris

Sheriff

Sebastian Abineri

Peasant Husband

Keith Buckley

John of Gaunt

Michael Bertenshaw

John Purvey

Robert James

Bishop Courtenay

Steven Finch