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The Fourth Wise Man

He gave the greatest gift of all
Mar 30, 1985 · 1h 12m
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Adventure
Drama
TV Movie

PLOT

Artaban is a young Magus (Wise Man) who desires to follow the star to the birthplace of the coming King, against the counsel of his friends and family. Carrying three precious jewels to give to the baby Messiah, Artaban and his reluctant servant Orontes set off to join the caravan of the three other wise men. They miss the caravan, but Artaban continues the search for his King, always one step behind. Artaban spends much of his remaining wealth and all of his energy helping the poor and unfortunate people he meets, until at the end of his life he finally finds Jesus--at His trial! Has Artaban wasted his life in a foolish quest? Will he ever get the chance to present his gifts to the King?

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CAST

Martin Sheen
Artaban
Alan Arkin
Orontes
James Farentino
Jesus (voice)
Eileen Brennan
Judith
Harold Gould
Rabbi
Lance Kerwin
Passhur
Jerry Houser
Peter
Charlie Sheen
Maximus
Directed by Michael Ray Rhodes

DETAILS

Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
Paulist Productions
Country
US

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