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Morgan Freeman Gears Up for a New 'Ben Hur'

By Rod Anderson, CP Cartoonist
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 One of the most successful Christian-themed films in American cinematic history will soon be remade for a 21st century audience.

MGM and Paramount have announced plans to remake the classic "Ben-Hur," having recently casted its lead role and other characters.

Jack Huston, the British actor who had a recurring role on the HBO series "Boardwalk Empire," is slated to play the lead part, reported the BBC.

Read more at http://www.christianpost.com/news/morgan-freeman-jack-huston-to-star-in-ben-hur-remake-of-biblical-classic-126643/

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