Rare Vintage Photos from the Movie Sets of ’60s Classics

Released in 1965, The Greatest Story Ever Told was an epic biblical film that aimed to retell the life of Jesus on a grand scale. Directed by George Stevens, the production featured an unusually large ensemble cast, with many major stars appearing in brief but memorable roles.

Sidney Poitier and John Wayne each made cameo appearances, reflecting the film’s ambition and Hollywood stature. Poitier was already a trailblazing leading man, while Wayne’s appearance underscored the era’s studio tradition of star-filled prestige productions.