The Sign of the Cross
1932, English. Directed by Cecil B. DeMille.
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A Roman soldier becomes torn between his love for a Christian woman and his loyalty to Emperor Nero.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 57 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Cecil B. DeMilleDirector
- Fredric MarchMarcus Superbus - Prefect of Rome
- Elissa LandiMercia
- Claudette ColbertEmpress Poppaea
- Charles LaughtonEmperor Nero Claudius Caesar
- Ian KeithTigellinus
- Arthur HohlTitus
- Harry BeresfordFavius Fontelas
- Tommy ConlonStephan
- Ferdinand GottschalkGlabrio
- Vivian TobinDacia
- William V. MongLicinius
- Joyzelle JoynerAncaria
Details
- Released
- 13 December 1932
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Sidney Buchman, Waldemar Young
- Budget
- $694K
- Box office
- $2.7M
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The Sign of the Cross: quick answers
Is The Sign of the Cross worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 57 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Sign of the Cross?
The Sign of the Cross runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does The Sign of the Cross have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Sign of the Cross. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Sign of the Cross parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Sign of the Cross is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Sign of the Cross on?
The Sign of the Cross isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Sign of the Cross?
If you liked The Sign of the Cross, try Demetrius and the Gladiators, The Fall of the Roman Empire, The Robe.
Who directed The Sign of the Cross?
The Sign of the Cross (1932) was directed by Cecil B. DeMille and stars Fredric March, Elissa Landi, Claudette Colbert.