Where to watch Ben-Hur(1959)
In the United States, you can watch Ben-Hur for free on Plex, Plex Channel, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Where to stream Ben-Hur
Availability in United States
Free
Plex
Plex Channel
Tubi TV
Rent
Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play
YouTube
Fandango At Home
Buy
- Amazon Video
- Apple TV
- Google Play
- YouTube
- Fandango At Home
Data updated on October 9, 2026. Availability data from JustWatch.
Ben-Hur plot summary
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In ancient Judea, a Jewish aristocrat opposing Roman occupation of his homeland reunites with his childhood friend, now a Roman commander — setting in motion a saga of betrayal, adventure, tragedy, revenge, and faith.
Details
- Release date
- November 18, 1959
- Runtime
- 3h 32m
- Genres
- History, Drama, Adventure
- Directed by
- William Wyler
- Country
- United States
- TMDB rating
- 7.9 / 10 · 3,294 votes
Ben-Hur trailer
Cast
Charlton HestonJudah Ben-Hur
Stephen BoydMessala
Hugh GriffithScheich Ildirim
Jack HawkinsQuintus Arrius
Haya HarareetEsther
Martha ScottMiriam
Cathy O'DonnellTirzah
Sam JaffeSimonides
Finlay CurrieBalthasar
Frank ThringPontius Pilatus
FAQ
Where can I watch Ben-Hur?
In the United States, you can watch Ben-Hur for free on Plex, Plex Channel, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Can I rent or buy Ben-Hur?
Yes. In the United States you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
How long is Ben-Hur?
Ben-Hur runs 3h 32m (212 minutes).
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