USA,
1953, 135 min
(Alternative: 128 min)
Directed by:
Henry KosterCinematography:
Leon ShamroyComposer:
Alfred NewmanCast:
Richard Burton, Jean Simmons, Victor Mature, Michael Rennie, Jay Robinson, Dean Jagger, Torin Thatcher, Richard Boone, Betta St. John, Jeff Morrow (more)VOD (1)
Plots(1)
Burton stars as Marcellus Galilo, the Roman centurian charged with overseeing the crucifixion. But when he wins Christ's robe in a gambling game at the foot of the cross, his life is forever changed. (official distributor synopsis)
Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 1954 - Best Achievement in Production Design
- 1954 - Best Achievement in Costume Design
- 1954 - Best Motion Picture of the Year
- 1954 - Richard Burton (Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role)
- 1954 - Leon Shamroy (Best Cinematography (Color))
Golden Globes
- 1954 - Best Motion Picture – Drama