Movie Description

The Story of Ruth

(1960)

Overview

Ruth is one of two Moabite women who marry the sons of Elimelech and Naomi. When Elimelech and sons Mahlon and Chillion die, leaving Naomi a widow with two widowed daughters-in-law, Naomi decides to return to Israel. One daughter-in-law, Orpah, bids her goodbye. Daughter-in-law Ruth however says she will not desert her.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleThe Story of Ruth

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1960-06-17

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 02h 12m

Production Companies20th Century Fox

Genres

  • Drama
  • History