Movie

Barabbas

★ 6.6(7)19531h 45m

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Good to know

Director: Alf Sjöberg
Release date: 1953-05-05
Runtime: 1h 45m
Language: Swedish
Status: Released
Country: Sweden
Studio: Sandrews

About Barabbas

Barabbas is a 1953 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Alf Sjöberg, starring Ulf Palme, Hugo Björne and Eva Dahlbeck. It has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Barabbas in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The story about the thief who didn't get crucified because Jesus was choosen to take his place.

Cast

Ulf Palme

Barabbas

Hugo Björne

Leper at Death Valley

Eva Dahlbeck

The Mother

Anders Henrikson

Roman procurator on Cyprus

Barbro Hiort af Ornäs

Maria of Magdala

Holger Löwenadler

Thief

Åke Grönberg

Armful watchman at Rome

Gunnar Hellström

Worker in pottery

Tor Isedal

Man at Christian meeting

Margaretha Krook

Woman in robbers cave

Jarl Kulle

Leper at Death Valley

Torsten Lilliecrona

Supervisor at copper mine on Cyprus

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Barabbas in Canada?+

Barabbas is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Barabbas on Netflix?+

Barabbas is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Barabbas?+

Barabbas has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

Who stars in Barabbas?+

Barabbas stars Ulf Palme, Hugo Björne, Eva Dahlbeck, Anders Henrikson and Barbro Hiort af Ornäs.

When did Barabbas come out?+

Barabbas is a 1953 movie directed by Alf Sjöberg.

What genre is Barabbas?+

Barabbas is Drama film.

Who directed Barabbas?+

Barabbas was directed by Alf Sjöberg.