Nephi and the Brass Plates (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1987, Nephi and the Brass Plates is a family and animation film directed by Richard Rich, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. The prophet Lehi preaches repentance to the people of Jerusalem and is persecuted. After he and his family leave Jerusalem he is told by the Lord to return and obtain the brass plates containing the sacred books of Moses. Nephi and his brothers muster their faith, obedience, and determination as they return to obtain the plates from the wicked Laban. 1 Nephi:1–5.
Who’s in it. Nephi and the Brass Plates stars Geoffrey Bennett as Nephi (voice), Walter Boyden as Laman (voice), Kim Blackett as Sam (voice) and William M. Bisson as Lemuel (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Nephi and the Brass Plates has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nephi and the Brass Plates page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nephi and the Brass Plates tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nephi and the Brass Plates (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nephi and the Brass Plates change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nephi and the Brass Plates worth watching?
- Nephi and the Brass Plates holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nephi and the Brass Plates?
- Nephi and the Brass Plates stars Geoffrey Bennett, Walter Boyden, Kim Blackett, William M. Bisson and Neal Barclay.
- When was Nephi and the Brass Plates released?
- Nephi and the Brass Plates was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.