Breaking News from Newsmax.com

Tonight: Watch 2 Blockbuster Jesus Films!

Saturday Night:

6:30pm ET Premiere: ‘Jesus: His Passion Revealed’ traces his final steps in Jerusalem

8pm ET ‘Jesus of Nazareth: His Passion’

Considered one of the greatest films on the life of Christ, "Jesus of Nazareth" is the acclaimed 1977 miniseries starring actor Robert Powell and directed by Franco Zeffirelli.

Zeffirelli’s film received wide praise from Christian leaders including Pope Paul VI and Billy Graham.

The series presents a dramatized account of the life of Jesus Christ from his birth in Bethlehem to his resurrection in Jerusalem.

The four-part series is epic in scope and is considered highly faithful to Biblical texts.

Part III: ‘Jesus of Nazareth: Jerusalem Days’

In the third of a four-part series Jesus arrives triumphant to Jerusalem.

He is greeted as a holy man, does miracles and protects his Father’s Temple – but soon becomes the target of the Sanhedrin.

The Cast:

The series included famous stars including:

• Robert Powell (Jesus)

• Peter O'Toole (Pontius Pilate)

• Ernest Borgnine (Centurion)

• James Earl Jones (Balthazar)

• Tony Lo Bianco (Quintilius)

• Laurence Olivier (Nicodemus)

• Anthony Quinn (Caiaphas)

• Michael York (John the Baptist)

• Anne Bancroft (Mary Magdalene)

• Rod Steiger (Zebedee)

• James Farentino (Simon Peter)

• Stacy Keach (Barabbas)

• James Mason (Joseph of Arimea)

• Christopher Plummer (Herod Antipas)

• Peter Ustinov (Herod the Great)

Franco Zeffirelli aimed to create a film that was both visually stunning and emotionally resonant.

The production involved on-location shooting in the Mediterranean, extensive sets, and elaborate costumes. Zeffirelli’s artistic direction contributed to the film's authentic feel.

The series explores themes of faith, sacrifice, redemption, and the struggle between good and evil. It emphasizes both the divine and human aspects of Jesus, depicting his relationships with his disciples, family, and followers.

Overall, "Jesus of Nazareth" by Franco Zeffirelli is celebrated for its ambitious storytelling and its blend of artistic and spiritual elements, making it one of the most significant entries in the genre of biblical epics.

Watch It Now: ‘Jesus of Nazareth’ available on NEWSMAX+

NEWSMAX is the fastest-growing cable news channel in America with more than 30 million people watching!

Reuters Institute reports NEWSMAX is one of the top news brands in the U.S.

You need to watch NEWSMAX today.

Get it with great shows from Rob Schmitt, Greta Van Susteren, Greg Kelly, Carl Higbie, Rob Finnerty – and many more!

Find the NEWSMAX channel on your cable system — Go Here Now

BEST OFFER:

Find hundreds of shows, movies and specials.

Even get Jon Voight's special series and President Trump's comedy programs and much more!

Watch NEWSMAX+ on your smartphone or home TV app.

Watch NEWSMAX+ anytime, anywhere!

Start your FREE trial now: NewsmaxPlus.com

This email is never sent unsolicited. You have received this Newsmax email because you subscribed to it or someone forwarded it to you. To opt out, see the links below.

TO ADVERTISE

TO SUBSCRIBE

If this email has been forwarded to you and you would like to sign up, please click here.

Remove your email address from our list or modify your profile. We respect your right to privacy. View our policy.

This email was sent by:
Newsmax.com
362 N. Haverhill Road
West Palm Beach, FL 33415 USA

DM782388
0101023wn479