The Robe(1953)
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Overview
Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Christian faith along the way.
Director
Henry Koster
Studio
20th Century Fox
Budget
$4M
Revenue
$36M
Cast
Richard Burton
as Marcellus Gallio
Jean Simmons
as Diana
Victor Mature
as Demetrius
Richard Boone
as Pontius Pilate
Leon Askin
as Abidor
Michael Rennie
as Peter
Dean Jagger
as Justus
Jay Robinson
as Caligula
Torin Thatcher
as Sen. Gallio
Betta St. John
as Miriam
Jeff Morrow
as Paulus
Ernest Thesiger
as Emperor Tiberius
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1953
Runtime
2h 15m
Language
English
Rating
6.9 / 10
Budget
$4M
Box Office
$36M
Production Companies
20th Century Fox
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What is The Robe about?▼
Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Christian faith along the way.
Who directed The Robe?▼
The Robe was directed by Henry Koster and released in 1953. It is a drama, history film.
How long is The Robe?▼
The Robe has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).
Who stars in The Robe?▼
The cast of The Robe includes Richard Burton as Marcellus Gallio, Jean Simmons as Diana, Victor Mature as Demetrius, Richard Boone as Pontius Pilate, Leon Askin as Abidor and more.
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