Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Ben-Hur List

  • The Ten Commandments - Both films depict epic biblical stories with themes of faith and redemption.
  • Gladiator - Features a protagonist seeking revenge in an ancient and grand setting.
  • Spartacus - An epic about a slave who leads a revolt against the Roman Empire.
  • Quo Vadis - Set in ancient Rome, it tells a story of love and conflict amidst historical events.
  • The Robe - Explores the Christian faith in ancient Rome, similar to the themes in Ben-Hur.
  • Cleopatra - An epic historical drama featuring grand visuals and a focus on powerful empires.
  • 300 - A stylized depiction of ancient battles and heroic struggle.
  • The Last Temptation of Christ - Explores themes of sacrifice and faith in a biblical context.
  • Troy - An epic tale of war and heroes set in ancient times.
  • The Passion of the Christ - Focuses on biblical themes and the story of Jesus, similar to Ben-Hur's religious elements.
  • Moses - A television miniseries about the life of Moses, paralleling the epic scope of Ben-Hur.
  • King David - Tells the story of the biblical King David, focusing on faith and leadership.
  • The Count of Monte Cristo - Themes of betrayal, redemption, and adventure resonate similarly with Ben-Hur.
  • Colosseum: A Gladiator's Story - Explores the world of gladiators and ancient Rome.
  • The Bible: In the Beginning... - An epic retelling of stories from the Bible, akin to Ben-Hur.
  • Agora - Set in ancient Alexandria, it involves philosophical and religious conflicts.
  • The Chosen - A series focused on the life of Jesus and his disciples, exploring faith and sacrifice.
  • Roman Holiday - Though more romantic, it features the charm and beauty of Rome's historical backdrop.
  • The Fall of the Roman Empire - Explores the rise and fall of ancient civilization, akin to the historical context of Ben-Hur.
  • Meet the Deedles - Although a comedy, it features adventure and brotherhood, themes also present in Ben-Hur.
  • The Light of the Worlds - Details the life and teachings of Jesus, sharing a thematic connection with Ben-Hur.
  • The Aeneid - A historical epic about a hero's journey, similar to the grand storytelling of Ben-Hur.
  • Samson and Delilah - Retells a biblical story of love, power, and betrayal.
  • The Passionate Friends - Explores complex relationships and emotional depth, akin to Ben-Hur's character conflicts.
  • The Odyssey - An epic narrative following a hero’s journey, much like Ben-Hur’s quest for redemption.
  • The King's Speech - Though modern, features themes of overcoming challenges and personal growth.
  • The Hiding Place - A story of faith and bravery during war, resembling Ben-Hur's themes of courage.
  • Jesus of Nazareth - A detailed portrayal of Jesus's life, paralleling the religious themes in Ben-Hur.
  • The New World - An epic story of exploration and cultural clash, reflective of grand narratives.
  • Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ - The original silent film adaptation of the classic story.
  • Romulus My Father - A story of perseverance and strength in the face of adversity.
  • The Fall - An epic narrative intertwined with themes of mythology and humanity.
  • Rise of the Planet of the Apes - Focuses on themes of rebellion and sacrifice in a grand story arc.
  • Exodus: Gods and Kings - An epic portrayal of the biblical tale of Moses akin to the grand scope of Ben-Hur.
  • The Greatest Story Ever Told - A sweeping epic about the life of Jesus, paralleling the religious aspect of Ben-Hur.
  • Empire - Explores themes of power and ambition within a grand historical context.
  • The Mummy - Adventure in ancient settings with themes of betrayal and heroism.

Last updated: 2024-09-23 15:23:49

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 1956 United States of America 78589 7.9 Movie Released G
2
Gladiator
Gladiator
155 min
2000 United Kingdom 1647250 8.5 Movie Released
3
Spartacus
Spartacus
53 min
SS 3 EP 33
2010 United States of America 259551 8.5 Serie Ended TV-MA
4
Quo Vadis
Quo Vadis
171 min
1951 United States of America 16996 7.1 Movie Released NR
5
The Robe
The Robe
135 min
1953 United States of America 11861 6.7 Movie Released NR
6
Cleopatra
Cleopatra
251 min
1963 United Kingdom 37896 7 Movie Released G
7
300
300
116 min
2007 Bulgaria 871763 7.6 Movie Released
8 1988 United States of America 63815 7.5 Movie Released R
9
Troy
Troy
163 min
2004 Bulgaria 576623 7.3 Movie Released R
10 2004 United States of America 252938 7.2 Movie Released R
11
Moses
Moses
182 min
SS 1 EP 2
1996 2359 6.7 Serie Ended
12
King David
King David
114 min
1985 United Kingdom 2557 5.3 Movie Released PG-13
13 2002 United States of America 149935 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
14 1966 Italy 6323 6.2 Movie Released NR
15
Agora
Agora
127 min
2009 Bulgaria 73487 7.1 Movie Released PG-13
16
The Chosen
The Chosen
43 min
SS 4 EP 32
2019 United States of America 49525 9.2 Serie Returning Series TV-PG
17
Roman Holiday
Roman Holiday
119 min
1953 United States of America 149007 8 Movie Released G
18 1964 United States of America 10291 6.7 Movie Released NR
19 1998 United States of America 3221 4.1 Movie Released PG
20 1949 United States of America 9117 6.8 Movie Released NR
21 1949 United Kingdom 3105 7.2 Movie Released NR
22
The Odyssey
The Odyssey
176 min
SS 1 EP 2
1997 Germany 16312 7 Serie Ended TV-14
23 2010 United Kingdom 711617 8 Movie Released
24 1975 Netherlands 2430 7.4 Movie Released
25
Jesus of Nazareth
Jesus of Nazareth
97 min
SS 1 EP 4
1977 Italy 25286 8.5 Serie Ended TV-G
26
The New World
The New World
151 min
2005 United States of America 90534 6.7 Movie Released PG-13
27
The Fall
The Fall
57 min
SS 3 EP 17
2013 Ireland 121468 8.1 Serie Ended TV-MA
28 2011 United Kingdom 580027 7.6 Movie Released
29 2014 Spain 180469 6 Movie Released PG-13
30 1965 United States of America 12077 6.6 Movie Released G
31
Empire
Empire
43 min
SS 6 EP 102
2015 United States of America 41374 7.4 Serie Ended TV-14
32
The Mummy
The Mummy
124 min
1999 United States of America 466916 7.1 Movie Released
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