Plot — What is Salome about?
In the reign of emperor Tiberius, Gallilean prophet John the Baptist preaches against King Herod and Queen Herodias. The latter wants John dead, but Herod fears to harm him due to a prophecy. Enter beautiful Princess Salome, Herod's long-absent stepdaughter. Herodias sees the king's dawning lust for Salome as her means of bending him to her will. But Salome and her lover Claudius are–contrary to Scripture–nearing conversion to the new religion.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1953 |
| Genre | Drama, Romance |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 103 min |
| Audience Score | 58% (5.8/10, 50 votes) |
Salome — FAQ
Is Salome worth watching? Salome holds a 5.8/10 rating from 50 viewers. In the reign of emperor Tiberius, Gallilean prophet John the Baptist preaches against King Herod and Queen Herodias. The latter wants John dead, but Herod fears to harm him due to a prophecy. Enter beautiful Princess Sal
Who directed Salome? Directed by William Dieterle.
Who is in the cast of Salome? It stars Rita Hayworth, Charles Laughton, Stewart Granger, Judith Anderson, Alan Badel, Cedric Hardwicke and more.
Where can I stream Salome? You can stream Salome on Philo. Availability may vary by region.
When did Salome release? It released in 1953.
