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 Abem Finkel , Clements Ripley , Robert Buckner , John Huston , Louis F. Edelman Cinematographer Ernest Haller Editor Warren Low Costume Design Orry-Kelly 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 External IMDb Amazon Posters 5