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.

Top 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