Overview

In a small town in Appalachia, Autumn's young husband is killed in a suspicious mine explosion. She vows vengeance on mine owner Douglas Osborne and dedicates her life to destroying him, even at the cost of her own happiness. When her attempts at financial ruin fail, she manipulates Osborne into marriage by claiming she is carrying his child. After Osborne dies from cyanide poisoning, Autumn is arrested for his murder, but she professes her innocence.

Cast

Lisa Hartman, Bruce Dern, Joe Penny, Richard Masur, Howard Duff, Morgan Stevens, Sharon Wyatt, Jim Youngs

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What is "Roses Are for the Rich" about?

In a small town in Appalachia, Autumn's young husband is killed in a suspicious mine explosion. She vows vengeance on mine owner Douglas Osborne and dedicates her life to destroying him, even at the cost of her own happiness. When her attempts at financial ruin fail, she manipulates Osborne into marriage by claiming she is carrying his child. After Osborne dies from cyanide poisoning, Autumn is arrested for his murder, but she professes her innocence.

When was "Roses Are for the Rich" released?

Roses Are for the Rich was released in 1987.

Who stars in "Roses Are for the Rich"?

The cast includes Lisa Hartman, Bruce Dern, Joe Penny, Richard Masur.

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