Ben-Hur
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.
Release Year
1959
Runtime
212 min
Audience Score
7.9
Genres
History, Drama, Adventure
Story Snapshot
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.
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Ben-Hur is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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