Jesus Egon Christus (2021): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 2021, Jesus Egon Christus is a notable film.

What it’s about. Somewhere on the outskirts of Berlin, a self-proclaimed priest is preaching to a group of people with addiction and mental-health problems in a run-down building that houses a psychosocial support group. A recent arrival at the facility, which aims to be both a home and a religious community for its residents, is Egon, who is struggling with a psychotic disorder. He cannot sleep, refuses to help on the farm, won’t wash, and has trouble following the priest’s instructions. More than once, the pastor crosses a line and humiliates his charges. For most people here, turning to religion is something of a last chance, affording them some kind of support. Egon, however, claims to have conversations with Jesus in which the latter condones his defiant behaviour. His attempt to take the Messiah at his word and understand his miracles eventually propels Egon deeper and deeper into his psychosis.

Who’s in it. Jesus Egon Christus stars Sascha Alexander Geršak as The Pastor.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jesus Egon Christus page.