The Greatest Story Ever Told (DVD) (UK Import)

Directed by George Stevens

Starring: Roddy McDowall, Dorothy McGuire, Robert Loggia, José Ferrer, Richard Conte, Ina Balin, Victor Buono, Marian Seldes, Michael Anderson Jr., Joanna Dunham, Van Heflin, Martin Landau, Angela Lansbury, Charlton Heston, Max von Sydow, Pat Boone, Carroll Baker, Sidney Poitier, Claude Rains, David McCallum, Donald Pleasence, Telly Savalas
Contributors: George Stevens, James Lee Barrett, Alfred Newman, Loyal Griggs, William C. Mellor
Studio: Altitude
Genre: Modern Classic
Main Language: English
Region: Region 2
Release Date: 25 Mar 2024
Originally Issued: 1965
No of Discs: 1
BBFC Cert: (U) Universal, suitable for all.
Run Time: 191 minutes

Description

George Stevens directs this epic retelling of the life and ministry of Jesus from his birth to his crucifixion and resurrection. Born in a stable in Bethlehem, as an adult Jesus (Max von Sydow) gathers disciples and performs miracles. People begin to follow him and listen to his sermons and teachings but the Romans and the Pharisees are troubled by his growing influence and seek to arrest him.

After Judas (David McCallum) betrays him and facilitates his arrest, Jesus is sentenced to death, but three days later he is resurrected and ascends to heaven. The cast also includes Charlton Heston, Sidney Poitier, Roddy McDowall, Donald Pleasence and Telly Savalas.

Special Features

• Interactive Menus