

Plot Summary
This dramatic re-enactment premiered a mere 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.
Full Cast & Characters

Ellen Burstyn
Jean Harris

Martin Balsam
Joel Aurnou

Richard Dysart
Judge Russell R. Leggett

Peter Coyote
George Bolen

Priscilla Morrill
Juanita Edwards

Sarah Marshall
Suzanne Van der Vreken

Millie Slavin
Narrator (voice)

Marlyn McAvoy
Bonnie

Sari Price
Court Officer

Al Ruscio
Det. Siciliano

David Cramer
Guard

David Cooper
Mr. Lalla
Director & Crew
George Schaefer
Director
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People vs. Jean Harris was directed by George Schaefer and released in 1981.
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People vs. Jean Harris has a runtime of 2 hours and 27 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1981-05-07
- Status
- Released