The Pastor's Wife

– Based on the true story of Matthew Winkler, a beloved minister who, in 2006, was found shot and kill..

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Movie
Rating:
5.90 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 27 Minutes
Release Year:
2011
The Pastor's Wife (2011)

Based on the true story of Matthew Winkler, a beloved minister who, in 2006, was found shot and killed in his Selmer, Tennessee home, his wife and young daughters missing. Authorities soon zeroed in on Matthew's wife, Mary, as the prime suspect in the murder. After her capture, the residents of Selmer were left to wonder what would drive Mary to shoot her husband in the back as he slept. They would get their answers during her trial, when what went on behind the closed doors of this seemingly perfect family was revealed for all to see.

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Release Date:

05 Nov 2011

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
TV-PG – Parental Guidance is recommended

This program contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children. Programs rated TV-PG may contain some material that parents or guardians may find inappropriate for younger children. Programs assigned a TV-PG rating may include some inappropriate language, very little sexual content, suggestive dialogue, and/or moderate violence.

Director:

Norma Bailey

Writer:

Diane Fanning (based on the book by), Robert L. Freedman (teleplay)

Main Actors:

Rose McGowan, Martin Cummins, Michael Shanks, Eric Keenleyside

Plot:

The story is based on the real-life 2006 media sensation where Mary Winkler murdered her small-town preacher husband.

Awards:

3 nominations.

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
5.9/10