The Day Christ Died (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1980, The Day Christ Died is a drama and tv movie film directed by James Cellan Jones, running about 142 minutes.
What it’s about. A dramatization of the events from the Last Supper through the arrest and trial of Jesus to the Crucifixion.
Who’s in it. The Day Christ Died stars Chris Sarandon as Jesus Christ, Colin Blakely as Caiaphas, Keith Michell as Pontius Pilate and Jonathan Pryce as Herod, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Day Christ Died has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Day Christ Died page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Day Christ Died tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Day Christ Died (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Day Christ Died change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Day Christ Died worth watching?
- The Day Christ Died holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Day Christ Died?
- The Day Christ Died stars Chris Sarandon, Colin Blakely, Keith Michell, Jonathan Pryce and Barrie Houghton.