Plot — What is Solomon and Sheba about?
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.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1959 |
| Genre | History, Romance, War |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 139 min |
| Audience Score | 65% (6.5/10, 108 votes) |
Solomon and Sheba — FAQ
Is Solomon and Sheba worth watching? Solomon and Sheba holds a 6.5/10 rating from 108 viewers. 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 Solo
Who directed Solomon and Sheba? Directed by King Vidor.
Who is in the cast of Solomon and Sheba? It stars Yul Brynner, Gina Lollobrigida, George Sanders, Marisa Pavan, David Farrar, John Crawford and more.
Where can I stream Solomon and Sheba? You can stream Solomon and Sheba on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, ScreenPix Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Solomon and Sheba release? It released in 1959.
