The Silver Chalice
"I bid you seek the lost Silver Cup - for Sin is rising like the swollen rivers..."
Originally released in 1954. The Silver Chalice is a drama/romance film. directed by Victor Saville. With a runtime of 2h 22m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Virginia Mayo, Pier Angeli, and Jack Palance
Synopsis
A Greek artisan is commissioned to cast the cup of Christ in silver and sculpt around its rim the faces of the disciples and Jesus himself. He travels to Jerusalem and eventually to Rome to complete the task. Meanwhile, a nefarious interloper is trying to convince the crowds that he is the new Messiah by using nothing more than cheap parlor tricks.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 20, 1954
71 years ago
Runtime
2h 22m
142 minutes total
User Rating
4.4/10
Mixed (36 votes)
Budget
$4.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$3.2M
0.7x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $4,500,000
- Revenue
- $3,200,000
Production Companies
- Victor Saville Productions
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Silver Chalice about?
A Greek artisan is commissioned to cast the cup of Christ in silver and sculpt around its rim the faces of the disciples and Jesus himself. He travels to Jerusalem and eventually to Rome to complet...
Who directed The Silver Chalice?
The Silver Chalice was directed by Victor Saville.
How long is The Silver Chalice?
The Silver Chalice has a runtime of 2 hours and 22 minutes (142 minutes total).
When was The Silver Chalice released?
The Silver Chalice was released on December 20, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Silver Chalice?
The main cast of The Silver Chalice includes Virginia Mayo, Pier Angeli, Jack Palance, Paul Newman, Walter Hampden.