Ben-Hur

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7.9/ 10 3,172 votes 1959-11-18 3h 32m 8 popularity

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

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Budget

$15M

Revenue

$164M

Cast

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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

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