1938 Jezebel In 1850s Louisiana, the willfulness of a tempestuous Southern belle threatens to destroy all who care for her. Credits Director William Wyler Producers William Wyler , Hal B. Wallis Writers John Huston , Robert Buckner , Abem Finkel , Clements Ripley , Louis F. Edelman Cinematographer Ernest Haller Composer Max Steiner Cast Bette Davis , Henry Fonda , George Brent , Margaret Lindsay , Donald Crisp , Fay Bainter , Richard Cromwell , Henry O'Neill , Spring Byington , John Litel Studio Warner Bros. Pictures Genres Romance Drama Posters 5 US theatrical US international US character US teaser US imax