Barabbas

2h 17min

History

Drama

Adventure

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 Companies

DDL Cinematografica

Columbia Pictures

Cast

Arthur Kennedy

Arthur Kennedy

Pontius Pilate
Arnoldo Foà

Arnoldo Foà

Joseph of Arimathea
Enrico Glori

Enrico Glori

Man Pleading for Release of Prisoner
Carlo Giustini

Carlo Giustini

Officer (as Carlo Giutini)
Giovanni Di Benedetto

Giovanni Di Benedetto

Officer (as Gianni Di Benedetto)
Robert Hall

Robert Hall

Commander of Gladiators
Rina Braido

Rina Braido

Tavern Reveler
Joe Robinson

Joe Robinson

Bearded Gladiator
Friedrich von Ledebur

Friedrich von Ledebur

Officer (as Frederich Ledebur)
Maria Zanoli

Maria Zanoli

Beggar Woman
Vladimiro Picciafuochi

Vladimiro Picciafuochi

Guard with Rufio
Sharon Tate

Sharon Tate

Patrician in Arena (uncredited)
Sal Borgese

Sal Borgese

Gladiator

Release date

23rd Dec 1961

Status

Released

Spoken languages

English