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Exodus

"The drama and the passion of one of the epic events of the twentieth century!"

December 15, 1960 3h 28m 6.7/10 (218 votes)

Originally released in 1960. Exodus is a drama/war film. directed by Otto Preminger. With a runtime of 3h 28m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Paul Newman, Eva Marie Saint, and Ralph Richardson

Synopsis

Ari Ben Canaan, a passionate member of the Jewish paramilitary group Haganah, attempts to transport 600 Jewish refugees on a dangerous voyage from Cyprus to Palestine on a ship named the Exodus. He faces obstruction from British forces, who will not grant the ship passage to its destination.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 15, 1960 65 years ago
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Runtime 3h 28m 208 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (218 votes)
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Budget $4M Production budget
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Box Office $20M 5.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$4,000,000
Revenue
$20,000,000

Production Companies

  • Otto Preminger Films
  • United Artists
  • Carlyle-Alpina, S.A.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Exodus about?

Ari Ben Canaan, a passionate member of the Jewish paramilitary group Haganah, attempts to transport 600 Jewish refugees on a dangerous voyage from Cyprus to Palestine on a ship named the Exodus. He...

Who directed Exodus?

Exodus was directed by Otto Preminger.

How long is Exodus?

Exodus has a runtime of 3 hours and 28 minutes (208 minutes total).

When was Exodus released?

Exodus was released on December 15, 1960 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Exodus?

The main cast of Exodus includes Paul Newman, Eva Marie Saint, Ralph Richardson, Peter Lawford, Lee J. Cobb.

Is Exodus worth watching?

Exodus has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 218 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.