Pontius Pilate (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1962, Pontius Pilate is a drama film directed by Gian Paolo Callegari, running about 97 minutes. “A Spectacular Drama of Raging Passions...Bitter Conflicts and Bloody Intrigues!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The events that culminated with the Passion of Christ seen from the perspective of Pontius Pilate, the Procurator of Judea who unwillingly condemned Christ to death. Based on the biblical Gospel of John.
Who’s in it. Pontius Pilate stars Jean Marais as Ponzio Pilato, Jeanne Crain as Claudia Procula, Basil Rathbone as Caiaphas and Letícia Román as Sarah, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Pontius Pilate has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pontius Pilate page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pontius Pilate tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pontius Pilate (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pontius Pilate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pontius Pilate worth watching?
- Pontius Pilate holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pontius Pilate?
- Pontius Pilate stars Jean Marais, Jeanne Crain, Basil Rathbone, Letícia Román and Massimo Serato.