The Robe

Drama, History · 1953Unrated

The first movie ever filmed in CinemaScope, The Robe was nominated for five Academy Awards in 1953, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Richard Burton. Burton stars as Marcellus Galilo, the Roman centurion charged with overseeing the crucifixion. But when he wins Christ's robe in a gambling game at the foot of the cross, his life is forever changed.

Starring

Lyle R. Wheeler, Richard Burton, Richard Burton, Jean Simmons, Alfred Newman, Walter M. Scott, Victor Mature, Barbara McLean, Richard Boone, George W. Davis, Leon Askin

Director

Henry Koster

Producer

Frank Ross