Ben-Hur

1959 · 212 min · ★ 7.9 / 10 · 3283 votes

History · Drama · Adventure

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

Director

William Wyler