Name: Jesus of Nazareth
Released: 1977-03-27T08:00:00.000Z
Cast: Robert Powell, Anne Bancroft, Ernest Borgnine

Jesus of Nazareth

TV Show · Drama · History

Franco Zeffirelli's award winning mini series Jesus of Nazareth is an unforgettable portrait of the life of Jesus starring Robert Powell, James Mason, Anthony Quinn and Anne Bancroft.

1977 · 1h 36m

Starring Robert Powell, Anne Bancroft, Ernest Borgnine

Director Franco Zeffirelli

EPISODE 1

Part I

After Joseph and Mary's betrothal, Mary is visited by the angel Gabriel, who tells her she will bear the Son of God. Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem to take part in Herod's census, where Jesus is born.

1h 32m
EPISODE 2

Part II

Jesus meets Mary Magdalene and John the Baptist and continues to perform miracles among his people.

1h 33m
EPISODE 3

Part III

Jesus causes a crisis in belief for the people of Israel.

1h 30m
EPISODE 4

Part IV

The conclusion of Franco Zeffirelli's award-winning drama, chronicling the final days in the life of the Messiah. After sharing the Last Supper with the disciples, Jesus is tried and sentenced to death by crucifixion. Three days later, he appears to Mary Magdalene outside His tomb, having risen from the dead.

1h 34m