The Robe

IMDb 6.8 1953 • 135 min • DramaHistory

Director

Henry Koster

Country

US

Plot Summary

Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Christian faith along the way.

Top Cast

Richard Burton
Richard Burton Marcellus Gallio
Jean Simmons
Jean Simmons Diana
Victor Mature
Victor Mature Demetrius
Richard Boone
Richard Boone Pontius Pilate
Leon Askin
Leon Askin Abidor