Ben-Hur
"The entertainment experience of a lifetime!"
1959-11-18
7.88
en 212mHistoryDramaAdventure
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.
Director
William Wyler
Screenplay
Karl Tunberg
Producer
Sam Zimbalist
Original Music Composer
Miklós Rózsa
Director of Photography
Robert Surtees
Editor
John D. Dunning
governor middle east based on novel or book roman empire politics christianity jew persecution jewish life roman miracle jerusalem prince chariot race leprosy redemption religious conversion ancient rome love friends remake revenge judaism religion historical fiction period drama catholic dungeon galley hatred sheikh sea battle jewish family galley slave childhood sweetheart salvation 1st century jesus christ false imprisonment judea subjugated people dramatic awestruck
Status
ReleasedRevenue
$164,000,000Budget
$15,000,000Countries
- United States of America
Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
