The King of Kings (Criterion Collection)

H.B. Warner, Ernest Torrence. Believed to have been seen by more than eight billion people around the world, this awe-inspiring film about the life of Christ is often considered director Cecil B. DeMille’s masterpiece. Includes both the 112-minute theatrical release and the 155-minute director’s cut in newly-restored digital transfers. Bonus features include behind-the-scenes footage from the making of the film epic, cast portraits by photographer W.M. Mortensen, original theatrical trailers, production and costume sketches, stills gallery of rare production photos, and more. 2 DVDs. Silent. 1927/color-b&w/4 hrs., 27 min/NR/fullscreen.