Duration
155 minutes
Quick Summary
Biblical epic, starring Jeffrey Hunter
About This Program
Biblical epic chronicling the life of Christ, from the rumours of a coming Messiah before his birth, through his rise as a spiritual leader to his eventual betrayal, crucifixion and resurrection. Narrated by Orson Welles and starring Jeffrey Hunter, Siobhan McKenna, Robert Ryan, Rip Torn, Hurd Hatfield and Harry Guardino
King of Kings broadcasts on BBC Two HD at 9:15am, Monday, 22 December 2025. (Subtitles)
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Production Details
Year1961
Runtime154 mins
DirectorNicholas Ray
Cast & Crew
NR
Nicholas RayDirector
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Harry Guardinoas Barabbas
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Viveca Lindforsas Claudia
HH
Hurd Hatfieldas Pontius Pilate
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Ron Randellas Lucius
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Rip Tornas Judas
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Jeffrey Hunteras Jesus Christ
RR
Robert Ryanas John the Baptist
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Siobhan McKennaas Mary, mother of Jesus
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Orson WellesNarrator
