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David and Goliath 1960

★ 3.619 votes103 min📅 1960-01-22

"Out of an age of splendor and savagery surges a story of the shepherd boy who became a warrior king! Never before seen on any screen!"

A stirring biblical epic unfolds in *David and Goliath* (1960), directed by Richard Pottier, where the fate of ancient Israel hangs in the balance.

Director: Richard Pottier

Cast

Orson Welles
Orson Welles
King Saul
Ivica Pajer
David
Hilton Edwards
Hilton Edwards
Samuele
Massimo Serato
Massimo Serato
Abner
Eleonora Rossi Drago
Eleonora Rossi Drago
Merab
Giulia Rubini
Giulia Rubini
Micol
Pierre Cressoy
Pierre Cressoy
Jonathan
Furio Meniconi
Furio Meniconi
Asrod ,King of the Philistines
Aldo Pedinotti
Golia
Dante Maggio
Dante Maggio
Cret

Frequently Asked Questions

What is David and Goliath (1960) about?

This 1960 biblical drama follows the legendary tale of a young shepherd who rises from obscurity to become king of Israel by confronting the Philistine giant Goliath. Against overwhelming odds, David's bravery and divine faith turn the tide in a story of courage and destiny.

Who directed David and Goliath?

Richard Pottier directed *David and Goliath* (1960), crafting a historical drama steeped in biblical lore and stirring action.

Who stars in David and Goliath?

The film features Orson Welles as King Saul, Ivica Pajer as David, Massimo Serato as Goliath, and Eleonora Rossi Drago in a pivotal supporting role.

Is David and Goliath (1960) worth watching?

While the IMDb rating is unrated, *David and Goliath* offers a gripping blend of historical drama and action, with strong performances and a timeless story. Fans of biblical epics will appreciate its classic storytelling and cinematic grandeur.

How long is David and Goliath?

David and Goliath (1960) runs for 103 minutes.

About David and Goliath (1960) — The Epic Biblical Battle That Made a King

A stirring biblical epic unfolds in *David and Goliath* (1960), directed by Richard Pottier, where the fate of ancient Israel hangs in the balance.

When the mighty Philistine warrior Goliath threatens to crush the Israelites, King Saul turns to prophecy and sends a young shepherd, David, into battle. Armed with nothing but faith and courage, David faces the towering giant in a David-and-Goliath showdown that reshapes history. With Orson Welles lending gravitas to the role of King Saul and Massimo Serato as Goliath, this drama blends action, history, and spiritual conviction into a cinematic spectacle. The film captures a raw, mythic atmosphere where destiny is forged in the crucible of conflict.