The Robe

The Robe

6.8 | 1953-09-16 | Drama History

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.

Featured Crew

Lloyd C. Douglas Novel
Gina Kaus Adaptation
Albert Maltz Screenplay
Henry Koster Director
Philip Dunne Screenplay
Lyle R. Wheeler Art Direction
Barbara McLean Editor
Frank Ross Producer
Walter M. Scott Set Decoration
Ben Nye Makeup Artist

Cast

Richard Burton
Richard Burton
Marcellus Gallio
Victor Mature
Victor Mature
Demetrius
Richard Boone
Richard Boone
Pontius Pilate
Leon Askin
Leon Askin
Abidor
Dean Jagger
Dean Jagger
Justus
Jay Robinson
Jay Robinson
Caligula
Torin Thatcher
Torin Thatcher
Sen. Gallio

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