Storyline
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.
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Cast & Crew
Max von Sydow
Jesus
Michael Anderson Jr.
James the Younger
Carroll Baker
Veronica
Ina Balin
Martha of Bethany
Victor Buono
Sorak
Richard Conte
Barabbas
Joanna Dunham
Mary Magdalene
José Ferrer
Herod Antipas
Van Heflin
Bar Amand
Charlton Heston
John the Baptist
Martin Landau
Caiaphas
Angela Lansbury
Claudia
Frequently Asked Questions
The Greatest Story Ever Told was released on April 9, 1965.
The runtime of The Greatest Story Ever Told is 3h 19m.
The Greatest Story Ever Told is a Drama, History movie.
The Greatest Story Ever Told has a rating of 6.4 out of 10 on TMDB.
The Greatest Story Ever Told is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
The Greatest Story Ever Told was directed by George Stevens.
The main cast of The Greatest Story Ever Told includes Max von Sydow, Michael Anderson Jr., Carroll Baker.
The Greatest Story Ever Told is originally in English.