Jesus of Nazareth (1977)
Kernel Score: 89% · 543 ratings
Genres: Drama
First aired: 1977-03-27
Seasons: 1 · 4 episodes
Where to watch Jesus of Nazareth
- Stream: Peacock, Britbox Apple TV channel, UP Faith & Family Apple TV channel, UP Faith & Family Amazon Channel
- Free with ads: Fawesome, Plex, Tubi
- Buy: Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Dramatizes the Birth, Life, Ministry, Crucifixion, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ, largely according to the Holy Bible's New Testament Gospels.
Jesus of Nazareth parents' guide: ages 5+
Parents need to know that Jesus of Nazareth is a TV-G biblical drama depicting the life and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Depicts the crucifixion, which may be intense for young children despite the TV-G rating.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Robert Powell as Jesus
- Olivia Hussey as Virgin Mary
- Yorgo Voyagis as Joseph
- Anne Bancroft as Mary Magdalene
- Christopher Plummer as Herod Antipas
- Anthony Quinn as Caiaphas
- Ian McShane as Judas Iscariot
- Ernest Borgnine as The Centurion
- James Farentino as Simon Peter
- Michael York as John the Baptist
Jesus of Nazareth FAQ
Is Jesus of Nazareth good?
Jesus of Nazareth has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 543 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Jesus of Nazareth?
In the US you can stream Jesus of Nazareth on Peacock, Britbox Apple TV channel, UP Faith & Family Apple TV channel and UP Faith & Family Amazon Channel , watch it free with ads on Fawesome, Plex and Tubi and buy it from Fandango At Home.
Is Jesus of Nazareth OK for kids?
Jesus of Nazareth is rated TV-G. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 5+. Parents need to know that Jesus of Nazareth is a TV-G biblical drama depicting the life and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
What shows are like Jesus of Nazareth?
If you liked Jesus of Nazareth, try The Chosen, Hill Street Blues, Blue Bloods and Moses and the Ten Commandments.