The Sign of the Cross
The Sign of the Cross
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The Sign of the Cross (1932)

Passed (US) | USA | English | 125 min
Directed by: Cecil B. DeMille
6.8

After burning Rome, Emperor Nero decides to blame the Christians, and issues the edict that they are all to be caught and sent to the arena. Two old Christians are caught, and about to be hauled off, when Marcus, the highest military official in Rome, comes upon them. When he sees their stepdaughter Mercia, he instantly falls in love with her and frees them. Marcus pursues Mercia, which gets him into trouble with Emperor for being easy on Christians, and with the Empress, who loves him and is jealous.

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Release Date

USA
(New York City, New York)
1932-11-30
USA
(Los Angeles, California)
1932-12-25
Austria
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1933
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

The Sign of the Cross
(Original title)
El signo de la cruz
Argentina
Cecil B. DeMille's The Sign of the Cross
Australia (tv title)
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Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
Mild
Violence & Gore
Moderate
Profanity
None
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Mild
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Mild