Released:
1959-11-18

Overview:
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.

Director:
William Wyler

Runtime:
3h 32min

Genre:
History, Drama, Adventure

• 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