The Prodigal
"The story of Woman's Beauty and Man's Temptation!"
Originally released in 1955. The Prodigal is a drama/adventure film. directed by Richard Thorpe.
Starring Lana Turner, Edmund Purdom, and Louis Calhern
Synopsis
A wealthy young Hebrew traveling in Damascus renounces his faith after he is seduced by an alluring pagan priestess and cheated of his fortune by the High Priest as well.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 6, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Prodigal about?
A wealthy young Hebrew traveling in Damascus renounces his faith after he is seduced by an alluring pagan priestess and cheated of his fortune by the High Priest as well.
Who directed The Prodigal?
The Prodigal was directed by Richard Thorpe.
How long is The Prodigal?
The Prodigal has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was The Prodigal released?
The Prodigal was released on May 6, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Prodigal?
The main cast of The Prodigal includes Lana Turner, Edmund Purdom, Louis Calhern, Audrey Dalton, James Mitchell.