The Robe (1953)

6.9/10 135 min Drama History

Overview

Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Christian faith along the way.

Cast

Richard Burton

Marcellus Gallio

Jean Simmons

Diana

Victor Mature

Demetrius

Richard Boone

Pontius Pilate

Leon Askin

Abidor

Michael Rennie

Peter

Dean Jagger

Justus

Jay Robinson

Caligula

Torin Thatcher

Sen. Gallio

Betta St. John

Miriam

Jeff Morrow

Paulus

Ernest Thesiger

Emperor Tiberius

Dawn Addams

Junia

Bess Flowers

Spectator at Caligula's court (uncredited)

Michael Ansara

Judas (uncredited)

Percy Helton

Caleb, the wine merchant (uncredited)

Thomas Browne Henry

Marius, the physician (uncredited)

Rosalind Ivan

Julia (uncredited)

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