1959 · 3h 32m · History, Drama, Adventure · Directed by William Wyler
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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.
barackobama8.1July 31, 2026I’m ok with the Jesus stuff but I wish there was more at the end of how it changed Judah. It’s like the first 3 hours were about Judah and then they completely forgot that he was a priority. Overall thrilling watch and stunning beautiful sets. And a little black face and Jesus whitewashing never hurt anyone ❤️
Charlton HestonJudah Ben-Hur
Stephen BoydMessala
Hugh GriffithScheich Ildirim
Jack HawkinsQuintus Arrius
Haya HarareetEsther
Martha ScottMiriam
Cathy O'DonnellTirzah
Sam JaffeSimonides
Finlay CurrieBalthasar
Frank ThringPontius Pilatus
George RelphTiberius Caesar
André MorellSextus
Terence LongdonDrusus
Ady BerberMalluch
Lando BuzzancaJewish Slave in the Desert (uncredited)
Giuliano GemmaRoman Officer with Messala (uncredited)
Marina BertiFlavia (uncredited)
Robert BrownChief of Rowers (uncredited)
Liana Del BalzoGuest at Banquet (uncredited)
Enzo FiermonteGalley Officer (uncredited)
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