The Ten Commandments (1956)
Kernel Score: 87% · 1,799 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Drama, History
Released: 1956-10-05
Runtime: 220 minutes
Where to watch The Ten Commandments
- Stream: Paramount+
- Free with ads: YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Escaping death, a Hebrew infant is raised in a royal household to become a prince. Upon discovery of his true heritage, Moses embarks on a personal quest to reclaim his destiny as the leader and liberator of the Hebrew people.
The Ten Commandments parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that The Ten Commandments is a classic biblical epic depicting Moses leading the Hebrews out of slavery, with some intense but non-graphic depictions of violence and faith themes.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes depictions of slavery, plagues, and battle typical of biblical epics, largely non-graphic.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cecil B. DeMille
Cast
- Charlton Heston as Moses
- Yul Brynner as Rameses
- Anne Baxter as Nefretiri
- Edward G. Robinson as Dathan
- Yvonne De Carlo as Sephora
- Debra Paget as Lilia
- John Derek as Joshua
- Cedric Hardwicke as Sethi
- Nina Foch as Bithiah
- Martha Scott as Yochabel
The Ten Commandments FAQ
Is The Ten Commandments good?
The Ten Commandments has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,799 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Ten Commandments?
In the US you can stream The Ten Commandments on Paramount+, watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Ten Commandments OK for kids?
The Ten Commandments is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that The Ten Commandments is a classic biblical epic depicting Moses leading the Hebrews out of slavery, with some intense but non-graphic depictions of violence and faith themes.
What movies are like The Ten Commandments?
If you liked The Ten Commandments, try Joseph, Ben-Hur, The Bible: In the Beginning... and The Ten Commandments: The Movie.