The Greatest Story Ever Told
Only once in a lifetime... an entertainment so rich... an experience so rewarding...
Release Date: 1965-04-09
Runtime: 199 mins
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.
Details
Runtime
199 minutes
Release Date
1965-04-09
Budget
$20,000,000
Box Office Earnings
$15,500,000
Production Companies
Awards and Nominations
Oscar - ART DIRECTION (COLOR)
Year:
1966
Status:
🎭 Nominated
Oscar - CINEMATOGRAPHY (COLOR)
Year:
1966
Status:
🎭 Nominated
Oscar - COSTUME DESIGN (COLOR)
Year:
1966
Status:
🎭 Nominated
Oscar - MUSIC (MUSIC SCORE—SUBSTANTIALLY ORIGINAL)
Year:
1966
Status:
🎭 Nominated
Oscar - SPECIAL VISUAL EFFECTS
Year:
1966
Status:
🎭 Nominated
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What is the runtime of the The Greatest Story Ever Told ?
The movie is approximately 199 minutes long.
What is the The Greatest Story Ever Told's release date?
1965-04-09 marks the official release date of the movie.
What genre is the The Greatest Story Ever Told?
The movie belongs to the Drama History genres, offering a variety of experiences from adventure to fantasy.
Who directed The Greatest Story Ever Told?
The movie was directed by
What is the The Greatest Story Ever Told's budget?
The movie had an estimated budget of $20,000,000 .
How much did The Greatest Story Ever Told movie earn at the box office?
A Cinderella Story grossed an estimated $15,500,000 at the box office.
What are some production companies behind the The Greatest Story Ever Told movie?
Major production companies include George Stevens Jr. Productions .
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