Movies About The Resurrection Of Jesus

From William Wyler, starring Charlton Heston, Jack Hawkins, Stephen Boyd, Haya Harareet
Rated G

Ben-Hur is a 1959 American epic historical drama film, directed by William Wyler and starring Charlton Heston in the title role. The film tells the story of Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince from Jerusalem, who is enslaved by the Romans at the beginning of the 1st century and becomes a charioteer and a Christian. After years of slavery and an epic sea battle, Judah is finally reunited with his family and his childhood friend, Messala. With the help of his childhood friend, Sheik Ilderim, Judah takes part in a chariot race to win his freedom and revenge against Messala. Judah ultimately triumphs over his former friend in an emotional climax and is reunited with his family. The film was a major commercial and critical success, winning 11 Academy Awards in 1960 including Best Picture and Best Actor.

From Philip Saville, starring Henry Ian Cusick, Daniel Kash, Christopher Plummer, Stuart Bunce
Rated PG-13

The Gospel of John is a 2003 film adaptation of the Gospel of John in the New Testament. Directed by Philip Saville, it is the only film version of the scripture to be made by a major studio, and the first film to be shot entirely in Aramaic. It follows the life of Jesus, from his teachings and miracles, to his arrest and crucifixion. The film uses a unique narrative structure, retelling the story through John's eyes, dramatizing Jesus' encounters with the people he meets and the words he speaks. The film also features an international cast and a stirring soundtrack, featuring both traditional hymns and original compositions.

From Norman Jewison, starring Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson, Yvonne Elliman, Barry Dennen
Rated G

From Catherine Hardwicke, starring Keisha Castle-Hughes, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Oscar Isaac, Hiam Abbass
Rated PG

From David Greene, starring Victor Garber, Lynne Thigpen, Katie Hanley, David Haskell
Rated G

From Kevin Reynolds, starring Joseph Fiennes, Tom Felton, Peter Firth, Cliff Curtis
Rated PG-13

From Stuart Hazeldine, starring Sam Worthington, Octavia Spencer, Tim McGraw, Radha Mitchell
Rated PG-13

From Garth Davis, starring Rooney Mara, Joaquin Phoenix, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Tahar Rahim
Rated R

From Christopher Spencer, starring Diogo Morgado, Amber Rose Revah, Greg Hicks, Adrian Schiller
Rated PG-13

From Cyrus Nowrasteh, starring Adam Greaves-Neal, Vincent Walsh, Sara Lazzaro, Sean Bean
Rated PG-13

From Rodrigo García, starring Ewan McGregor, Ciarán Hinds, Tye Sheridan, Ayelet Zurer
Rated PG-13

From Jean-Claude La Marre, starring Jean-Claude La Marre, Johann John Jean, Adam Green, Jesse Holland
Rated PG-13