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The Greatest Story Ever Told

“Only once in a lifetime... an entertainment so rich... an experience so rewarding...”

★ 6.4(216)19653h 19m

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Good to know

Director: George Stevens
Release date: 1965-04-09
Runtime: 3h 19m
Language: English
Box office: $15,500,000
Budget: $20,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: George Stevens Jr. Productions

The Greatest Story Ever Told — trailer

About The Greatest Story Ever Told

The Greatest Story Ever Told is a 1965 movie in the Drama and History genres, directed by George Stevens, starring Max von Sydow, Michael Anderson Jr. and Carroll Baker. It has a runtime of 3 hours 19 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.4/10 from 216 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Greatest Story Ever Told in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

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

Themes & keywords

christianityreligion and supernaturalcrucifixionbiblebiographyresurrectionreligionreligious filmjesus christchristian filmadmiring

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Greatest Story Ever Told in South Africa?+

In South Africa, The Greatest Story Ever Told is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Greatest Story Ever Told on Netflix?+

The Greatest Story Ever Told is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Greatest Story Ever Told?+

The Greatest Story Ever Told has a runtime of 3 hours 19 minutes (199 minutes).

Who stars in The Greatest Story Ever Told?+

The Greatest Story Ever Told stars Max von Sydow, Michael Anderson Jr., Carroll Baker, Ina Balin and Victor Buono.

When did The Greatest Story Ever Told come out?+

The Greatest Story Ever Told is a 1965 movie directed by George Stevens.

What genre is The Greatest Story Ever Told?+

The Greatest Story Ever Told is Drama and History film.

Who directed The Greatest Story Ever Told?+

The Greatest Story Ever Told was directed by George Stevens.