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

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