The Messiah Comes (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2003, The Messiah Comes is a family and animation film directed by Richard Rich, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. In His final days, Jesus cleanses the Temple, but He cannot cleanse the hearts of the people. Even His disciples struggle to understand Him and His mission. Following Jesus’ death, He visits His disciples on the road to Emmaus. Afterwards they finally gain understanding: Jesus delivers all from the bondage of sin and death, giving hope of eternal life through His atonement.
Who’s in it. The Messiah Comes stars Ivan Crosland as Jesus (voice), Marc Hunter as Nicodemus (voice), Gianfranco Freylinghuysen as Cleopas (voice) and Bill Meister as Timothy (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Messiah Comes has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Messiah Comes page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Messiah Comes tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Messiah Comes (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Messiah Comes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Messiah Comes worth watching?
- The Messiah Comes holds an audience score of 5.2 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 The Messiah Comes?
- The Messiah Comes stars Ivan Crosland, Marc Hunter, Gianfranco Freylinghuysen, Bill Meister and Lee Jonsson.
- When was The Messiah Comes released?
- The Messiah Comes was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.