Ben-Hur

Name: Ben-Hur
Director: William Wyler
Genre: History, Drama, Adventure
Released: 1959-11-18
Duration: 212 min
Cast: Charlton Heston, Stephen Boyd, Hugh Griffith, Jack Hawkins, Haya Harareet

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1959 · 212 min · G · History · Drama · Adventure · TMDB 7.9/10

Overview

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.

Directed by William Wyler

Cast

Charlton Heston — Judah Ben-Hur
Stephen Boyd — Messala
Hugh Griffith — Scheich Ildirim
Jack Hawkins — Quintus Arrius
Haya Harareet — Esther