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The Ten Commandments

2006·Show
2Episodes in1Season
IMDb5.3Metacritic39–
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The Ten Commandments fingerprint

High energy, big heart, no humor.

Energy

Epic and tense

  • Spectacle9
  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Moving and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, faith and meaning, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout score and cinematography

  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Centrality8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

One biblical figure is revered by Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike. His name is Moses, the man who rose in power to defend a people, to free them, and to live in history like no other... The Ten Commandments dramatizes the biblical story of Moses.
Biblical EpicHistorical DramaMoses StoryFaith & DeliveranceGrand SpectacleAncient WorldFamily-Friendly DramaSpiritual JourneyClassic RetellingMoral Conflict

Crew

Directed by:
Robert Dornhelm
Written by:
Ron Hutchinson
Produced by:
Robert Halmi Sr., Paul Lowin, Bernard Dudek
Composed by:
Randy Edelman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Ten Commandments

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Ten Commandments worth watching?

37
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 38/100 (IMDb 5.3 and Metacritic 39). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Ten Commandments rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Ten Commandments have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 2 episodes of about 88 minutes each.

Is The Ten Commandments based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on The Ten Commandments?

Critics39
Audiences53

Not quite. Audiences rate The Ten Commandments higher (53) than critics (39). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did The Ten Commandments air?

It ran from 2006 to 2006 and has ended.

What language is The Ten Commandments in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch The Ten Commandments?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Ten Commandments in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Ten Commandments use?

ForeshadowingAborted ArcLost in ImitationDeadly Distant FinaleAdaptational JerkassWhat Happened to the Mouse?

TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for The Ten Commandments, including Foreshadowing, Aborted Arc, Lost in Imitation.