Mr. Wroe's Virgins

5.6IMDb Score
Released:1993-02-24
Genre:Drama
Duration:57 min
Director:Danny Boyle
Actors:Jonathan Pryce, Minnie Driver, Kathy Burke, Kerry Fox, Lia Williams
Production:BBC

Overview:

Prophet John Wroe preaches of the coming Apocalypse and appeals for seven virgins to 'serve' him in his home. This series is their story. Based on the novel by Jane Rogers.

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