Ben-Hur (1959)

Synopsis

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.

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Cast

• Charlton Heston as Judah Ben-Hur
• Stephen Boyd as Messala
• Hugh Griffith as Scheich Ildirim
• Jack Hawkins as Quintus Arrius
• Haya Harareet as Esther
• Martha Scott as Miriam
• Cathy O'Donnell as Tirzah
• Sam Jaffe as Simonides
• Finlay Currie as Balthasar
• Frank Thring as Pontius Pilatus

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