Solomon and Sheba (1959)

Only once in 3000 years... anything like...

• History
• Romance
• War

Near death, King David has a vision that his poet son, Solomon, should succeed him, rather than hot-headed Adonijah. Furious, Adonijah departs the court, swearing he will become king. Other rulers are concerned that Solomon's benevolent rule and interest in monotheism will threaten their tyrannical, polytheistic kingdoms. The Queen of Sheba makes an agreement with the Egyptian pharaoh to corrupt Solomon for their mutual benefit.

Rating

6.5 / 10 (109 votes)

Release date

October 27, 1959

Runtime

2h 19m

Language

English

Director

King Vidor

Status

Released