Jack Huston is set to play Ben-Hur in the latest upcoming version of the epic, joining Morgan Freeman who has been cast as his chariot-racing mentor, Ildarin.
This new version aims to reveal more about the younger days of Judah Ben-Hur and his best friend, Messala, in Jerusalem before the Roman Empire intervenes in their lives, creating a rift between them that would ultimately culminate in the iconic chariot race.
The new Ben-Hur film is set for a 19 February 2016 release date in the UK.
This new version aims to reveal more about the younger days of Judah Ben-Hur and his best friend, Messala, in Jerusalem before the Roman Empire intervenes in their lives, creating a rift between them that would ultimately culminate in the iconic chariot race.
The new Ben-Hur film is set for a 19 February 2016 release date in the UK.