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.

Cast

Anthony Quinn

Barabbas

Silvana Mangano

Rachel

Arthur Kennedy

Pontius Pilate

Katy Jurado

Sara

Harry Andrews

Peter

Vittorio Gassman

Sahak

Norman Wooland

Rufio

Valentina Cortese

Julia

Jack Palance

Torvald

Ernest Borgnine

Lucius

Arnoldo Foà

Joseph of Arimathea

Michael Gwynn

Lazarus