The Love Letter movie poster

The Love Letter

"A letter from the past would change their future forever."

February 1, 1998 1h 38m 6.5/10 (31 votes)

Originally released in 1998. The Love Letter is a romance/fantasy film. directed by Dan Curtis.

Starring Campbell Scott, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and David Dukes

Synopsis

20th century computer games designer Scott, Civil War buff, buys an antique desk from that era and, while polishing it, he discovers a secret compartment in which sits an unmailed letter--a letter written by a young poet named Lizzie over a century earlier. Touched by her yearning for passion, he writes her back, egged on by his mystically inclined mother. Magically, his letter reaches Lizzie and they begin a correspondence that threatens Scott's impending marriage but promises to bring fulfilment to Lizzie. Spanning the Civil War to the present, the perils of Lizzie's war-torn situation threaten her safe passage into the future. Will their love endure the test of time?

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 1, 1998 28 years ago
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Runtime 1h 38m 98 minutes total
User Rating 6.5/10 Good (31 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Hallmark Entertainment
  • Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Love Letter about?

20th century computer games designer Scott, Civil War buff, buys an antique desk from that era and, while polishing it, he discovers a secret compartment in which sits an unmailed letter--a letter ...

Who directed The Love Letter?

The Love Letter was directed by Dan Curtis.

How long is The Love Letter?

The Love Letter has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).

When was The Love Letter released?

The Love Letter was released on February 1, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Love Letter?

The main cast of The Love Letter includes Campbell Scott, Jennifer Jason Leigh, David Dukes, Estelle Parsons, Daphne Ashbrook.