when was the crucible written

June 27, 2026 • 1 min read

The Crucible was written in the early 1950s and is generally dated to 1952, with its first production on Broadway in January 1953.

So if you’re answering “when was The Crucible written,” the concise answer is: 1952 (early 1950s, premiered 1953).

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