The Greatest Story Ever Told
From his birth in Bethlehem to his death and eventual resurrection, the life of Jesus Christ is given the all-star treatment in this epic retelling. Major aspects of Christ's life are touched upon, including the execution of all the newborn males in Egypt by King Herod; Christ's baptism by John the Baptist; and the betrayal by Judas after the Last Supper that eventually leads to Christ's crucifixion and miraculous return.
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Frequently asked questions about The Greatest Story Ever Told
Where can I watch The Greatest Story Ever Told in the United States?
The Greatest Story Ever Told is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla, Fawesome, YouTube Free, Plex, and Xumo Play in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Greatest Story Ever Told on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The Greatest Story Ever Told is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside Hoopla, Fawesome, YouTube Free, Plex, and Xumo Play.
Can I watch The Greatest Story Ever Told for free?
The Greatest Story Ever Told streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla, Fawesome, YouTube Free, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Greatest Story Ever Told?
The Greatest Story Ever Told scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Greatest Story Ever Told?
The Greatest Story Ever Told stars Max von Sydow, Michael Anderson Jr., Carroll Baker, Ina Balin, and Victor Buono. George Stevens is the director.
How long is The Greatest Story Ever Told?
The Greatest Story Ever Told runs 3h 19m (199 minutes).
When did The Greatest Story Ever Told come out?
The Greatest Story Ever Told was released on April 9, 1965.
Which studio made The Greatest Story Ever Told?
The Greatest Story Ever Told was produced by George Stevens Jr. Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for The Greatest Story Ever Told?
The Greatest Story Ever Told was made on a budget of $20,000,000.
How much did The Greatest Story Ever Told make at the box office?
The Greatest Story Ever Told grossed $15,500,000 worldwide, against a budget of $20,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.