
Feature film — 1985
The Fourth Wise Man (1985)
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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Paulist Productions
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Director: Michael Ray Rhodes
On screen
Cast & crew

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

Adam Arkin
Joseph

Ralph Bellamy
Abgarus

Richard Libertini
Tigranes

Greg Mullavey
Rhodespes
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