The Ten Commandments

In 'The Ten Commandments' (1956) directed by Cecil B. DeMille, Moses, an adopted Egyptian prince, discovers his Hebrew heritage and God's mandate to free his people from Egypt's pharaoh. The film spectacularly portrays the Exodus, the Ten Commandments, and the parting of the Red Sea.

• It is Paramount Pictures' highest grossing film, adjusted for inflation.
• The movie took over five years to make.
• It was the most expensive film produced at its time.
• Director Cecil B. DeMille's last and most successful film.
• Approximately 14,000 extras and 15,000 animals were used in filming.

• "So let it be written, so let it be done."
• "What has been done to you, Moses, that you are afraid?"
• "Are men the property of the state, or are they free souls?"
• "Oh Moses, you stubborn, splendid, adorable fool!"
• "Who shall withstand the power of God?"