Herod the Great

1959·Movie
1h 33min
IMDb4.8Rotten Tomatoes–17%

Where to watch

The RokuHistory VaultFawesomeTubi TV

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Herod the Great fingerprint

Light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

History and politics

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Mighty Colussus of 1000 Thrills

Angry at his wife and defeated in battle, the king of Judea is taken prisoner. After being spared by the Romans, King Herod comes to believe he's been a victim of court plotting.
Historical DramaAncient RomePolitical IntrigueKing HerodWarfareBetrayalMelancholyPsychological Turmoil

Crew

Directed by:
Sergio Bergonzelli, Viktor Tourjansky, Arnaldo Genoino
Written by:
Damiano Damiani, Damiano Damiani, Tullio Pinelli
Produced by:
Giampaolo Bigazzi, Cecilia Bigazzi, Piero Ghione
Composed by:
Carlo Savina, Raffaele Del Monte, Umberto Picistrelli

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Herod the Great

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Herod the Great legally?

The RokuHistory VaultFawesomeTubi TV

Herod the Great is included with a subscription to History Vault in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fawesome and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Herod the Great worth watching?

38
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 38/100 (IMDb 4.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Herod the Great rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Herod the Great?

1 h 33 min

Herod the Great runs 1 h 33 min.

Is Herod the Great based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Herod the Great in?

ItalianGerman

It was made in Italian, with some German. Produced in France, Italy.

In how many countries can I watch Herod the Great?

28ATAUBMBRBZCACMDEESGBGHGIGYIE+14

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Herod the Great in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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