Ben-Hur

“Although it is a spectacle film, the story of how a man takes on the tyranny of the Romans, with all sorts of horrible consequences to himself and his family, is powerful and gripping.”

Martin Chilton, The Telegraph · 100

“Little can come close to captivating the grandeur and epic quality of William Wyler's magnificent bum numb-er.”

William Thomas, Empire · 100

“Ben-Hur is a majestic achievement, representing a superb blending of the motion picture arts by master craftsmen.”

Ronald Holloway, Variety · 100

“An extraordinary motion picture, greater in dimension and significance than any similar film of our time, Ben-Hur is more spectacular than any of the previous spectacles. More importantly, it is at the same time a highly rewarding dramatic experience, rich and complex in human values: a great adventure, full of excitement, visual beauty, thrills and unsurpassed cinema artistry.”

Jack Harrison, The Hollywood Reporter · 100

“The artistic quality and taste of Mr. Wyler have prevailed to make this a rich and glowing drama that far transcends the bounds of spectacle. His big scenes are brilliant and dramatic—that is unquestionable. There has seldom been anything in movies to compare with this picture's chariot race.”

Bosley Crowther, The New York Times · 90