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The Great Commandment (1939) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1939 · Film · ★ 4.2

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Released in 1939, The Great Commandment is a drame film directed by Irving Pichel, running about 78 minutes.

What it’s about. Portrays the conversion to Christianity of a young Zealot, Joel, and the Roman soldier Longinus through the teachings of Jesus in his Parable of the Good Samaritan.

Who’s in it. The Great Commandment stars John Beal as Joel, Albert Dekker as Longinus, Maurice Moscovitch as Lamech and Marjorie Cooley as Tamar, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Great Commandment has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Commandment page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Great Commandment tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch The Great Commandment (1939)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Commandment change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Great Commandment worth watching?
The Great Commandment holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drame. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Great Commandment?
The Great Commandment stars John Beal, Albert Dekker, Maurice Moscovitch, Marjorie Cooley and Ian Wolfe.
When was The Great Commandment released?
The Great Commandment was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.