Back to browse
79% Critic Match
Ben-Hur
“The entertainment experience of a lifetime!”
7.9 / 10• 1959• 3h 32m•G• English
HistoryDramaAdventure
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Charlton Heston
Judah Ben-Hur
Lead
Stephen Boyd
Messala
Hugh Griffith
Scheich Ildirim
Jack Hawkins
Quintus Arrius
Haya Harareet
Esther
Martha Scott
Miriam
Cathy O'Donnell
Tirzah
Sam Jaffe
Simonides
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. William Wyler's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Ben-Hur is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
