The Nativity Story (2006)
Kernel Score: 75% · 252 TMDB ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Drama
Released: 2006-11-30
Runtime: 101 minutes
Where to watch The Nativity Story
- Stream: Prime Video
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-11-11.
Overview
Mary and Joseph make the hard journey to Bethlehem for a blessed event in this retelling of the Nativity story. This meticulously researched and visually lush adaptation of the biblical tale follows the pair on their arduous path to their arrival in a small village, where they find shelter in a quiet manger and Jesus is born.
The Nativity Story parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that The Nativity Story is a reverent, family-friendly biblical drama depicting Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem, rated PG for mild thematic elements.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Includes brief historical menace (Herod's soldiers) but no graphic violence.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Catherine Hardwicke
Cast
- Keisha Castle-Hughes as Mary
- Oscar Isaac as Joseph
- Hiam Abbass as Anna
- Shaun Toub as Joachim
- Ciarán Hinds as Herod
- Shohreh Aghdashloo as Elisabeth
- Stanley Townsend as Zechariah
- Alexander Siddig as The Angel Gabriel
- Nadim Sawalha as Melchior
- Ériq Ebouaney as Balthasar
The Nativity Story FAQ
Is The Nativity Story good?
The Nativity Story has a 75% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch The Nativity Story?
In the US you can stream The Nativity Story on Prime Video and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Nativity Story OK for kids?
The Nativity Story is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that The Nativity Story is a reverent, family-friendly biblical drama depicting Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem, rated PG for mild thematic elements.
What movies are like The Nativity Story?
If you liked The Nativity Story, try Jesus, War Room, Lucy Shimmers and the Prince of Peace and King of Kings.