IMDb 7.1 1979 HD

Jesus

Jesus

1979
Drama
117 min G USA
8.3 / 10
7.1 IMDB

Three and a half years of Jesus' ministry, as told in the Gospel of Luke.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Peter Sykes / John Krish
Starring
Brian Deacon / Rivka Neuman / Alexander Scourby / Niko Nitai / Yosef Shiloach / Ori Levy / Mosko Alkalai / Kobi Assaf

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

devotional faithful reverent earnest spiritual scripture-focused sincere contemplative inspiring accurate traditional measured

Reviews

G
Genevieve Croft
May 24, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

This 1979 production of 'Jesus' is a triumph of devotional filmmaking. Brian Deacon’s performance is nothing short of captivating, imbuing Jesus with profound humanity and divine presence. The direction, though subtle, masterfully guides the viewer through the narrative,…

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Arthur Sterling
May 24, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

Viewing the 1979 'Jesus' is akin to attending a meticulously staged biblical reading. Brian Deacon embodies the titular role with a serene demeanor, though the performance can feel somewhat restrained. The film’s adherence to Luke's Gospel is its…

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Isabelle Dubois
May 24, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

The 1979 film 'Jesus' stands out for its profound commitment to the Gospel of Luke. Brian Deacon’s portrayal is sensitive and compelling, capturing the essence of a spiritual leader with grace. The direction, while subtle, effectively underscores the…

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Marcus Thorne
May 24, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

As a direct adaptation of Luke's Gospel, the 1979 'Jesus' film is commendable for its textual fidelity. Brian Deacon delivers a performance that is appropriately humble, fitting the film's measured approach. The direction maintains a consistent tone of…

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Eleanor Vance
May 24, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

This 1979 rendition of 'Jesus' offers a remarkably faithful cinematic journey through the Gospel of Luke. Brian Deacon’s central performance is earnest, embodying a quiet conviction that suits the devotional tone. The direction, though perhaps lacking overt stylistic…

FAQs

The director of the 1979 film 'Jesus' is not specified in the provided context. While the film is known for its faithful adaptation of the Gospel of Luke and its central performance, information regarding the director's identity is absent. This detail would typically be a key aspect of film analysis, but in this instance, the focus remains on the source material and the actors' contributions to the narrative.