description David and Bathsheba Overview
David and Bathsheba is a 1951 American film directed by Henry King and produced by Darryl F. Zanuck for 20th Century-Fox. The movie stars Gregory Peck as King David and features a screenplay by Philip Dunne. Cinematography was handled by Leon Shamroy, marking the production’s key creative personnel.
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info David and Bathsheba Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1951 |
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Who stars in David and Bathsheba (1951)?
Gregory Peck stars as King David and Susan Hayward plays Bathsheba in the 1951 biblical epic directed by Henry King. The film was produced by Darryl F. Zanuck for 20th Century-Fox.
Is David and Bathsheba based on the Bible?
Yes, the film is based on the biblical story from 2 Samuel, depicting King David's affair with Bathsheba and his arranging of her husband Uriah's death in battle. The screenplay was written by Philip Dunne.
Was David and Bathsheba nominated for any Academy Awards?
The film received five Academy Award nominations including Best Cinematography for Leon Shamroy and Best Art Direction. It did not win in any category at the 1952 ceremony.
Who directed and produced David and Bathsheba?
Henry King directed the film, with Darryl F. Zanuck producing for 20th Century-Fox. King and Peck had previously collaborated on films including Twelve O'Clock High (1949) and The Gunfighter (1950).
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