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Solomon and Sheba 1959 Directed by King Vidor

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

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.

Country USA
Production Country USA
Language English
Spoken Language English
Gneres History , Romance , War
Production Companies United Artists , Edward Small Productions
Budget $5,000,000
Revenue $12,200,000
Release Date 18 December 1959
139 mins