Jesus (1979)
Kernel Score: 91% · 246 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Drama
Released: 1979-10-19
Runtime: 117 minutes
Overview
Three and a half years of Jesus' ministry, as told in the Gospel of Luke.
Jesus parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that Jesus (1979) is a faith-based dramatization of Christ's ministry drawn from the Gospel of Luke, including his crucifixion.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes depictions of whipping and the crucifixion as described in keywords.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Peter Sykes
Cast
- Brian Deacon as Jesus
- Rivka Neuman as Mary
- Alexander Scourby as Luke (voice)
- Niko Nitai as Simon Peter
- Yosef Shiloach as Joseph
- Ori Levy as Caiaphas
- Mosko Alkalai as Matthew
- Kobi Assaf as Philip
- Moti Baharav as Simon of Cyrene
- Ya'ackov Ben-Sira as Zacchaeus
Jesus FAQ
Is Jesus good?
Jesus has a 91% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 246 audience ratings.
Is Jesus OK for kids?
Jesus is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Jesus (1979) is a faith-based dramatization of Christ's ministry drawn from the Gospel of Luke, including his crucifixion.
What movies are like Jesus?
If you liked Jesus, try The Case for Christ, King of Kings, The Nativity Story and Breakthrough.