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The Last Temptation of Christ

May 28, 1988 2h 44m 7.2/10 (1,152 votes)

Originally released in 1988. The Last Temptation of Christ is a drama film. directed by Martin Scorsese. With a runtime of 2h 44m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Willem Dafoe, Harvey Keitel, and Paul Greco

Synopsis

Jesus, a humble Judean carpenter beginning to see that he is the son of God, is drawn into revolutionary action against the Roman occupiers by Judas -- despite his protestations that love, not violence, is the path to salvation. The burden of being the savior of mankind torments Jesus throughout his life, leading him to doubt.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 28, 1988 37 years ago
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Runtime 2h 44m 164 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (1,152 votes)
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Budget $7M Production budget
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Box Office $33.8M 4.8x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$7,000,000
Revenue
$33,773,585

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures
  • Cineplex-Odeon Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Last Temptation of Christ about?

Jesus, a humble Judean carpenter beginning to see that he is the son of God, is drawn into revolutionary action against the Roman occupiers by Judas -- despite his protestations that love, not viol...

Who directed The Last Temptation of Christ?

The Last Temptation of Christ was directed by Martin Scorsese.

How long is The Last Temptation of Christ?

The Last Temptation of Christ has a runtime of 2 hours and 44 minutes (164 minutes total).

When was The Last Temptation of Christ released?

The Last Temptation of Christ was released on May 28, 1988 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Last Temptation of Christ?

The main cast of The Last Temptation of Christ includes Willem Dafoe, Harvey Keitel, Paul Greco, Steve Shill, Verna Bloom.

Is The Last Temptation of Christ worth watching?

The Last Temptation of Christ has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 1,152 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.