Gregory Peck
Father Francis Chisholm
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The film was adapted by Nunnally Johnson, directed by John M. Stahl, and produced by Joseph L. Mankiewicz. It stars Gregory Peck, Thomas Mitchell, and Vincent Price, and tells the story of the trials and tribulations of a Roman Catholic priest who goes to China to evangelise.
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The Keys of the Kingdom: Directed by John M. Stahl. With Gregory Peck, Thomas Mitchell, Vincent Price, Rose Stradner. A young priest is sent to China to establish a Catholic parish.
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- John M. Stahl
Synopsis. September 1938. Father Francis Chisholm (Gregory Peck) is visited in his old age by Monsignor Sleeth (Sir Cedric Hardwicke) at his parish in Tweedside, Scottland. The Monsignor informs Father Francis that the Bishop thinks it would be better if he retires, as Father Francis' somewhat unorthodox recent teachings have become a distraction.
Brief Synopsis. A crusading priest struggles to build a mission in China. Cast & Crew. Read More. John M. Stahl. Director. Gregory Peck. Father Francis Chisholm. Thomas Mitchell. Dr. Willie Tulloch. Vincent Price. Reverend Angus Mealy. Rosa Stradner. Mother Maria Veronica. Roddy Mcdowall. Francis, as a boy. Film Details. Also Known As.
- John M. Stahl, Otto Brower, F. E. Johnston
- Gregory Peck
A marvelous spectacle spanning six decades and two continents, The Keys of the Kingdom is the glorious epic that introduced audiences to screen newcomer Gregory Peck. After losing his parents and his childhood sweetheart to tragedy, Francis Chisholm (Peck) joins the priesthood and devotes himself to a life of service and compassion.
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Orphaned as a child, Francis Chisholm (Gregory Peck) grows up to join the priesthood. He decides to become a missionary in China, and arrives to find the previous church burned down.
- Drama
The book was made into a 1944 film The Keys of the Kingdom starring Gregory Peck as Father Francis Chisholm and Vincent Price as Anselm "Angus" Mealey. This role earned Peck his first Oscar nomination for Best Actor .
