The Greatest Story Ever Told

The Greatest Story Ever Told is a 1965 American epic religious film that retells the Biblical account of Jesus of Nazareth, from the Nativity through to the Ascension. Max von Sydow gives a beautifully intense turn as Jesus, a magnetic portrayal that holds the attention throughout. The film features an ensemble cast, including Carroll Baker, Ina Balin, Victor Buono, and José Ferrer, and includes the final film performances of Claude Rains and Joseph Schildkraut.