Barabbas
"The man of violence in whose place Christ died"
Originally released in 1961. Barabbas is a history/drama film. directed by Richard Fleischer. With a runtime of 2h 17m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Anthony Quinn, Silvana Mangano, and Arthur Kennedy
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 23, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
2h 17m
137 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (168 votes)
Box Office
$5.8M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $5,800,000
Production Companies
- DDL Cinematografica
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barabbas about?
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,...
Who directed Barabbas?
Barabbas was directed by Richard Fleischer.
How long is Barabbas?
Barabbas has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).
When was Barabbas released?
Barabbas was released on December 23, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Barabbas?
The main cast of Barabbas includes Anthony Quinn, Silvana Mangano, Arthur Kennedy, Katy Jurado, Harry Andrews.
Is Barabbas worth watching?
Barabbas has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 168 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.