The Greatest Story Ever Told

1965Rated6.43h 19mDrama, History

From his birth in Bethlehem to his death and eventual resurrection, the life of Jesus Christ is given the all-star treatment in this epic retelling. Major aspects of Christ's life are touched upon, including the execution of all the newborn males in Egypt by King Herod; Christ's baptism by John the Baptist; and the betrayal by Judas after the Last Supper that eventually leads to Christ's crucifixion and miraculous return.

Starring: Max von Sydow, Michael Anderson Jr., Carroll Baker

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Cast

  • Max von SydowJesus
  • Michael Anderson Jr.James the Younger
  • Carroll BakerVeronica
  • Ina BalinMartha of Bethany
  • Victor BuonoSorak
  • Richard ConteBarabbas
  • Joanna DunhamMary Magdalene
  • José FerrerHerod Antipas
  • Van HeflinBar Amand
  • Charlton HestonJohn the Baptist

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