Ben-Hur is 3 h 32 min long (212 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 11:32 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.

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Ben-Hur (1959) runs 3 h 32 min, is rated G in the US and averages 7.9 from 3,330 TMDB members. 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.

Runtime: 3 h 32 min — ends 11:32 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated: G (US)
Genres: History, Drama, Adventure
Released: November 18, 1959
TMDB rating: 7.9 / 10 from 3,330 votes
Director: William Wyler
Starring: Charlton Heston, Stephen Boyd, Hugh Griffith, Jack Hawkins
Language: English

Good for a group? Better for one or two who will actually watch.History and Drama reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point. At 3 h 32 min, plan the evening: start by 7:28 pm to finish before 11 pm.

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How long is Ben-Hur?: Ben-Hur is 3 h 32 min long (212 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 11:32 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is Ben-Hur rated?: Ben-Hur is rated G in the US.
Is Ben-Hur a good movie to watch with a group?: Better for one or two who will actually watch. History and Drama reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point. At 3 h 32 min, plan the evening: start by 7:28 pm to finish before 11 pm.
Where can I stream Ben-Hur?: In the US, as of 2026-11-05: Tubi TV (free with ads). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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