

Esther and the King
1960, English. Directed by Raoul Walsh.
The Most Celebrated Love Adventure of All...From the Greatest Book of All!
Recently widowed Persian King Ahasuerus wants to marry the beautiful Esther. But Esther is a Jewess, and Haman, the king's evil minister, is spreading hatred against the Jews.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Esther and the King is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Pure Flix, and FlixFling in India.
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Details
- Released
- 18 November 1960
- Country
- United States of America, Italy
- Written by
- Michael Elkins, Raoul Walsh, Ennio De Concini
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What Esther and the King is based on
Esther and the King is based on Book of Esther, a book of the Bible.
Book of the Bible
Book of Esther
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How long is Esther and the King?
Esther and the King runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does Esther and the King have a post-credits scene?
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Esther and the King parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Esther and the King is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Esther and the King on?
Esther and the King is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Pure Flix, and FlixFling in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Esther and the King?
If you liked Esther and the King, try Come Sunday, One Night with the King, Eleanor the Great.
Who directed Esther and the King?
Esther and the King (1960) was directed by Raoul Walsh and stars Joan Collins, Richard Egan, Denis O'Dea.
What is Esther and the King based on?
Esther and the King is based on Book of Esther, a book of the Bible.