The Robe (Studio Classics)

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Synopsis

The first movie ever filmed in CinemaScope, The Robe Won 2 Oscars and Nominated for another 3, including Best Actor for Richard Burton.  

Burton stars as Marcellus Gallio, the Roman centurion charged with overseeing the crucifixion. But when he wins Christ's robe in a gambling game at the foot of the cross, his life is changed forever.  

An inspired story set to a spectacular score and featuring an all-star cast, including Victor Mature and Jean Simmons, The Robe remains one of the screen's greatest biblical epics.

Awards:
2 Oscars:
  • Best Art Direction
  • Costume Design
Nominated for 3 Oscars: including
  • Best Actor for Richard Burton
Starring:
  • Richard Burton
  • Jean Simmons
  • Victor Mature
  • Michael Rennie
  • Jay Robinson
  • Dean Jagger
  • Torin Thatcher
  • Richard Boone
  • Betta St. John
  • Jeff Morrow
  • Ernest Thesige
  • Dawn Addams
  • Leon Askin
Directed by Henry Koster
Awards:
2 Oscars:
  • Best Art Direction
  • Costume Design
Nominated for 3 Oscars: including
  • Best Actor for Richard Burton