Ben-Hur tells the story of Judah Ben-Hur, a young Jewish prince living in Jerusalem under Roman rule. When a tragic accident leads to his false arrest, he's sent away as a slave on a Roman warship. After many years of hardship, he gains his freedom and becomes a famous chariot racer, all while seeking justice and a chance to reunite with his family. His journey of revenge and forgiveness becomes intertwined with the story of Jesus Christ, who is living in the same time and place.