Quick Facts
DirectorRichard Fleischer
Runtime2h 17m · NR
GenresAdventure · Drama · History
Release1961-12-23
Film
Barabbas
1961· NR· 2h 17m· Adventure· Drama· History
“The man of violence in whose place Christ died”
Epic account of the thief Barabbas, who was pardoned for his crimes and spared crucifixion when Pilate offered the Israelites a choice to pardon Barabbas or Jesus. Struggling with his spirituality, Barabbas goes through many ordeals leading him to the gladiatorial arena, where he tries to win his freedom and confront his inner demons, ultimately becoming a follower of the man who was crucified in his place.
1961-12-23
Cast & Characters
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Key Crew
DirectorRichard Fleischer
WriterChristopher Fry
ProducerDino De Laurentiis
Director of PhotographyAldo Tonti
Original Music ComposerMario Nascimbene
EditorAlberto Gallitti
Full cast & crew (30 cast · 27 crew)
Details
Released1961-12-23
Runtime2h 17m · NR
StatusReleased
StudiosDDL Cinematografica · Columbia Pictures
Box office$6M
LanguagesEnglish
CountriesUnited States of America · Italy
Rating6.9/10 · 178 votes
Original languageen
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