Ben-Hur

IMDb 7.9 1959 • 212 min • HistoryDramaAdventure

Director

William Wyler

Country

US

Plot Summary

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.

Top Cast

Charlton Heston
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Stephen Boyd
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Hugh Griffith
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Jack Hawkins
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Haya Harareet
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