Jesus Is King (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2019, Jesus Is King is a music and documentary film directed by Nick Knight, running about 31 minutes. “A Kanye West Film” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Filmed in the summer of 2019, Jesus Is King brings Kanye West’s famed Sunday Service to life in the Roden Crater, visionary artist James Turrell’s never-before-seen installation in Arizona’s Painted Desert. This one-of-a-kind experience features songs arranged by West in the gospel tradition along with new music from his forthcoming album.
Who’s in it. Jesus Is King stars Kanye West as Self, Kim Kardashian as Herself, Ray Romulus as Himself and Lito Hernandez as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Jesus Is King has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jesus Is King page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jesus Is King tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jesus Is King (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jesus Is King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jesus Is King worth watching?
- Jesus Is King holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jesus Is King?
- Jesus Is King stars Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, Ray Romulus, Lito Hernandez and Gina Luciani.
- When was Jesus Is King released?
- Jesus Is King was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 31 minutes.