Famous portrayals of Jesus in movies
Actors who played Jesus Christ
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MOVIES Film
Playing religious characters always comes with great responsibility. This is particularly true for actors who have to play such a prominent Biblical character like Jesus Christ. Jesus has been depicted on screen ever since the silent film era in the early 20th century. The role has evolved, and many different perspectives and approaches were used by different filmmakers.
In this gallery, we take you on a journey throughout film history and remember some of the most important portrayals of Jesus on screen. Click on.
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