The Sword and the Cross (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 2.5
Released in 1958, The Sword and the Cross is a drama and history film directed by Carlo Ludovico Bragaglia, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Mary Magdalene, a notorious harlot, must choose between her lascivious lifestyle and the love and affection of her decent-minded brother.
Who’s in it. The Sword and the Cross stars Yvonne De Carlo as Maria Maddalena, Jorge Mistral as Caio Marcello, Rossana Podestà as Marta and Andrea Aureli as Barabba, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, The Sword and the Cross has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sword and the Cross page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sword and the Cross tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sword and the Cross (1958)?
- In GB, The Sword and the Cross is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Sword and the Cross worth watching?
- The Sword and the Cross holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sword and the Cross?
- The Sword and the Cross stars Yvonne De Carlo, Jorge Mistral, Rossana Podestà, Andrea Aureli and Terence Hill.
- When was The Sword and the Cross released?
- The Sword and the Cross was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.