Movie

Ben-Hur (1959)

212 min

• History
• Drama
• Adventure

Director

William Wyler

Released

November 18, 1959

Synopsis

In ancient Judea, a Jewish aristocrat opposing Roman occupation of his homeland reunites with his childhood friend, now a Roman commander — setting in motion a saga of betrayal, adventure, tragedy, revenge, and faith.

Cast

• Charlton Heston
• Stephen Boyd
• Hugh Griffith
• Jack Hawkins
• Haya Harareet
• Martha Scott
• Cathy O'Donnell
• Sam Jaffe
• Finlay Currie
• Frank Thring
• George Relph
• André Morell

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