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1965-04-09 The Greatest Story Ever Told

The Greatest Story Ever Told

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

Release Date: 1965-04-09

Rating: 6.3 / 10

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

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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Frequently Asked Questions

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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