Overview

During the first century A.D., Judah Ben-Hur is a young Hebrew prince who is thrown into slavery by the Romans after a tragic accident. He sets out to win his way back to his home on a heroic journey of discovery. Judah's love for a beautiful slave girl is threatened by the bitter conflict dividing two former friends, and his triumph is set against the backdrop of the historic struggle between a captive people and a mighty empire.

Cast

Charlton Heston, Duncan Fraser, Scott McNeil, Gerard Plunkett, Tabitha St. Germain, Kathleen Barr, Willow Johnson, Long John Baldry

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What is "Ben Hur" about?

During the first century A.D., Judah Ben-Hur is a young Hebrew prince who is thrown into slavery by the Romans after a tragic accident. He sets out to win his way back to his home on a heroic journey of discovery. Judah's love for a beautiful slave girl is threatened by the bitter conflict dividing two former friends, and his triumph is set against the backdrop of the historic struggle between a captive people and a mighty empire.

When was "Ben Hur" released?

Ben Hur was released in 2003.

Who stars in "Ben Hur"?

The cast includes Charlton Heston, Duncan Fraser, Scott McNeil, Gerard Plunkett.