Barabbas poster
Rating
6.9/10 (163 votes)
Popularity2
Runtime2h 17m
Release DateDecember 23, 1961
Revenue$5,800,000

Barabbas

The man of violence in whose place Christ died

Overview

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.

Production

DDL Cinematografica(IT)
Columbia Pictures(US)

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Spoken Languages

English

Age Rating

All Ages

Key Crew

DirectorRichard Fleischer
WriterDiego Fabbri
WriterSalvatore Quasimodo
WriterChristopher Fry
WriterNigel Balchin
WriterIvo Perilli

Videos & Trailers

Anthony Quinn in BARABBAS - Trailer (1961, OV)

Anthony Quinn in BARABBAS - Trailer (1961, OV)

Trailer