Solomon and Sheba (1959): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1959, Solomon and Sheba is a liebesfilm and historie film directed by King Vidor, running about 139 minutes. “Only once in 3000 years... anything like...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Near death, King David has a vision that his poet son, Solomon, should succeed him, rather than hot-headed Adonijah. Furious, Adonijah departs the court, swearing he will become king. Other rulers are concerned that Solomon's benevolent rule and interest in monotheism will threaten their tyrannical, polytheistic kingdoms. The Queen of Sheba makes an agreement with the Egyptian pharaoh to corrupt Solomon for their mutual benefit.

Who’s in it. Solomon and Sheba stars Yul Brynner as Solomon, Gina Lollobrigida as Sheba, George Sanders as Adonijah and Marisa Pavan as Abishag, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Solomon and Sheba has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $12.2M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Solomon and Sheba page.

If you liked it. Fans of Solomon and Sheba tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name. - Gestern, heute und für immer, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge - Wer zuerst kommt, kriegt die Braut and Cinema Paradiso.