The People
1972, English. Directed by John Korty.
A young woman is assigned to teach school in a secluded valley whose inhabitants appear stern, secretive and anti-pleasure. Following two children who disappear to play in the woods, she finds that this is actually a community of extraterrestrials with mild paranormal powers who are attempting to repress and deny their heritage for fear of arousing prejudice and hatred in their human neighbors. Based on a series of novels by the late Zenna Henderson.
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 22 January 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James M. Miller
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What The People is based on
The People is adapted from a novel.
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The People runs 74 minutes (1h 14m).
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The People is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The People?
If you liked The People, try Doctor Who: Deep Breath, A Wrinkle in Time, Doctor Who: The Time of the Doctor.
Who directed The People?
The People (1972) was directed by John Korty and stars Kim Darby, William Shatner, Diane Varsi.
What is The People based on?
The People is adapted from a novel.