Godspell (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1973, Godspell is a family and music film directed by David Greene, running about 103 minutes. “The Gospel according to today.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A modern day musical telling of the ministry of Jesus Christ set in New York. The Apostles, portrayed as an acting troupe re-enact the parables and teachings of Jesus.
Who’s in it. Godspell stars Victor Garber as Jesus, David Haskell as John / Judas, Katie Hanley as Katie and Merrell Jackson as Merrell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Godspell has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Godspell page.
If you liked it. Fans of Godspell tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Godspell (1973)?
- In US, Godspell is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Godspell worth watching?
- Godspell holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Godspell?
- Godspell stars Victor Garber, David Haskell, Katie Hanley, Merrell Jackson and Joanne Jonas.
- When was Godspell released?
- Godspell was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.