Animation ·Fantasy ·Drama ·Music · United States of America · 2025 · 1h 24m

Light of the World

Light of the World poster
Director
Tom BancroftJohn J. Schafer
Cast
Ian Hanlin as Jesus (voice) Benjamin Jacobson as John (voice) Vincent Tong as Andrew (voice) Michael Benyaer as Nicodemus (voice) David A. Kaye as Judas Iscariot (voice) Peter New as Pharisee (voice)
Crew
Rob Zeigler — Editor David M. Armstrong — Writer Drew Barton Armstrong — Writer Jason Heaton — Writer Brennan McPherson — Writer Brennan McPherson — Producer
Tagline

An ordinary boy, an extraordinary faith.

Synopsis

It's 30 AD and everyone is expectantly awaiting the coming Messiah. While Jesus isn't exactly what they imagined, there is something special about this man. Soon, John, James, Andrew, Peter, and others begin to follow Jesus on an unexpected adventure. This beautifully animated story of Jesus is told through the eyes of his beloved young friend, the Apostle John.

Trailer Light of the World — Official Trailer
Official Trailer youtube.com
Mood & Themes
biblereligious filmjesus christchristian filmchristian faithfamily animation
Key Collaborators
Tom Bancroft Director John J. Schafer Director Rob Zeigler Editor David M. Armstrong Writer Drew Barton Armstrong Writer Jason Heaton Writer Brennan McPherson Writer Brennan McPherson Producer
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