Godina 33 naše ere. U rimskoj provinciji Judeji, tajanstveni stolar po imenu Isus iz Nazareta počinje najavljivati dolazak "kraljevstva Božjeg" i okružuje se grupom skromnih ribara: apostola. Stoljećima su židovski ljudi čekali dolazak Mesije - providonosnog lika koji će osloboditi njihovu svetu domovinu i uspostaviti novi poredak zasnovan na pravdi. Isusova učenja privlače veliko mnoštvo sljedbenika koji ga prepoznaju kao Mesiju. Uznemiren situacijom, Shedrin, uz pomoć Juda Iscariota, jednog od dvanaestorice apostola, uhapsi Isusa. Optužen za izdaju protiv Rima, Krist je predan Ponciju Pilatu koji ga, kako bi izbjegao nerede, osuđuje na smrt na križu kao uobičajenog zločinca.
Židovski princ Judah Ben-Hur (Charlton Heston) dobar je gospodar svojim robovima, ponosan čovjek dostojan titule koju obnaša na početku novog tisućljeća. Naznaka teških vremena za njega i njegovu obitelj dolazi povećavanjem broja rimskih vojnika u regiji. Nove snage dolaze u Jeruzalem pod vodstvom Massale (Stephen Boyd), Ben-Hurovog starog prijatelja prijatelja iz djetinjstva.
Streetwise but down-on-his-luck, Clarence is struggling to find a better life for his family, while fighting to free himself of debt. Captivated by the power and glory of the rising Messiah and His apostles, he risks everything to carve his own path to a divine life, and ultimately discovers that the redemptive power of belief may be his only way out.
Osvojivši Jeruzalem, rimski namjesnik Herod (C. Rains) okrunjen je za kralja. Bojeći se da bi rođenjem novoga kralja, o kojemu je narod počeo naveliko pričati, mogao izgubiti prijestolje, dao je u Betlehemu pogubiti svu mušku djecu mlađu od dvije godine. Jedno je ipak spašeno, Isus, plod bezgrešnoga začeća djevice Marije (D. McGuire), žene priprostoga tesara Josipa (R. Loggia). Odrastao je u židovskoj obitelji u Nazaretu te nakon što ga je u rijeci Jordanu krstio Ivan Krstitelj (C. Heston), počeo je javno djelovati po Galileji, Judeji i napokon u Jeruzalemu, postavši poznat kao Isus Nazarećanin (M. von Sydow). Ugroženi njegovom slavom Sina Božjega i čudima koja je činio, vjerski poglavari dali su ga uhititi. Rimski upravitelj Poncije Pilat (T. Savalas) osudio ga je na smrt razapinjanjem na križ. Prema vjerovanju, trećega dana je uskrsnuo i uzašao na nebo...
Moćna biotehnološka kompanija razvija revolucionarnu tehnologiju koja im omogućava klonirati velike povijesne ličnosti. Od tada su organizirane tajne aukcije klonova takvih ličnosti kao što su Michelangelo, Galileo i Vivaldi. No, sotonistički kult koji stoji iza biolaboratorija nije zainteresiran samo za novac, pa kradu Hristov pokrov stavljajući u posed Isusov DNK. Klon će poslužiti kao krajnja ponuda Sotoni.
Judah Ben-Hur, židovski princ kojeg je njegov posvojeni brat, časnik u rimskoj vojsci, lažno optužio za izdaju, vraća se u svoju domovinu nakon godina na moru u potrazi za osvetom, ali nalazi iskupljenje.
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.
As played out by a theatre troupe, the last days of Jesus Christ are depicted from the perspective of Judas Iscariot, his betrayer. As Jesus' following increases, Judas begins to worry that Jesus is falling for his own hype, forgetting the principles of his teachings and growing too close to the prostitute Mary Magdalene.
In the Holy Land, the Roman occupation has produced a cauldron of oppression, anxiety and excessive taxes levied upon the Jewish people. Fearing the wrath of Roman governor Pontius Pilate , Jewish high priest Caiaphas tries to keep control of his people. That control is threatened when Jesus arrives in Jerusalem, performing miracles and spreading messages of love and hope. Those who fear that Jesus will inspire a revolution decide that he must die.
In the first century, free-spirited Mary Magdalene flees the marriage her family has arranged for her, finding refuge and a sense of purpose in a radical new movement led by the charismatic, rabble-rousing preacher named Jesus.
Second chances start when a hardened criminal crosses paths with a precocious little girl who is helped by an angel to change hearts during the holiday season.
Povijesni spektakl o životu, smrti i uskrsnuću Isusa Krista. Kralj nad kraljevima jedan je od najzanimljivijih prikaza života, smrti i uskrsnuća Gospodina Isusa Krista. Film je vjeran novozavjetnom izvorniku, uzbudljiv i zanimljiv zbog nadahnute obrade evanđeoskoga teksta.
Mary and Joseph make the hard journey to Bethlehem for a blessed event in this retelling of the Nativity story. This meticulously researched and visually lush adaptation of the biblical tale follows the pair on their arduous path to their arrival in a small village, where they find shelter in a quiet manger and Jesus is born.
Jesus, a carpenter living a simple life, discovers his destiny as the biblical Messiah.
After Jesus delivers His pivotal Sermon on the Mount, word continues to spread about His ministry, gaining more attention from His followers and provoking the watchful eye of Roman authorities, who aren’t quite united in their approach. Jesus’ disciples and closest friends open their arms to His newest follower, Judas, while learning to live and work with and do two-by-two ministry with one another. Thomas and Ramah’s relationship continues to grow while Simon and Eden discuss how their future family life can coincide with his ministry commitments.
From the bustling streets of Jerusalem to the raging Sea of Galilee, join Peter, Nicodemus, Mary Magdalene, and a multitude of others as they journey alongside the most famous person ever to walk the earth. Witness the most miraculous events in history as Jesus sets sail with fishermen, challenges the Pharisees, befriends the outcasts, and heals the hurting. The lives he touches will never be the same. Filmed in front of a live audience, Sight & Sound's spectacular original production has been experienced by over one million people live on stage.
Clashing kingdoms. Rival rulers. The enemies of Jesus close in while His followers struggle to keep up, leaving him to carry the burden alone. Threatened by the reality of Jesus' growing influence, religious leaders do the unthinkable—ally with their Roman oppressors. As the seeds of betrayal are planted and opposition to Jesus' message turns violent, he's left with no alternative but demand his followers rise up.
This biblical drama from the Catholic Marxist director focuses on the teachings of Jesus, including the parables that reflect their revolutionary nature. As Jesus travels along the coast of the Sea of Galilee, he gradually gathers more followers, leading him into direct conflict with the authorities.
Jesus of Nazareth’s life and ministry were subject to seismic social and political events that led to his execution and changed the world forever.
The King of Kings is the Greatest Story Ever Told as only Cecil B. DeMille could tell it. In 1927, working with one of the biggest budgets in Hollywood history, DeMille spun the life and Passion of Christ into a silent-era blockbuster. Featuring text drawn directly from the Bible, a cast of thousands, and the great showman’s singular cinematic bag of tricks, The King of Kings is at once spectacular and deeply reverent—part Gospel, part Technicolor epic.