Solomon
1997 • 170 min • Adventure · Drama · TV Movie
Synopsis
David, now an old man, is still king of Israel. Among his sons, the ambitious Adonijah and the clever Solomon, fierce rivals, since both are prospective heirs to the throne and only one can be.
Our family guide
Best from age 13- 68 Audience · 39 · 100%
This biblical epic follows Solomon's rise to power as King of Israel and his reign. It explores themes of wisdom, justice, and the challenges of leadership, showcasing both triumphs and personal struggles within a royal family. The film dramatizes well-known biblical accounts from Solomon's life.
- Violence & peril
- 3/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 2/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 2/10
- Scary moments
- 2/10
Heads up
- Depicts ancient warfare with some battle scenes
- Brief scenes of court intrigue and betrayal
- Some mature themes common in biblical narratives
What it models well
- Wisdom and discernment
- Justice and fairness
- Consequences of choices
- Spiritual devotion
Talk about it after
- The responsibilities of leadership and power
- The importance of making wise decisions
- How to resolve family conflicts peacefully
- The role of faith in difficult times
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Top billed cast
Director: Roger Young
Trailers & clips
The Bible Stories - Solomon (1997)
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 6.8/10 (39)
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $20,000,000
- IMDb
- tt0143889
