The Passion of the Christ

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The Passion of the Christ

R

2004

2h 7m

Drama

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In this version of Christ's crucifixion, based on the New Testament, Judas expedites the downfall of Jesus (Jim Caviezel) by handing him over to the Roman Empire's handpicked officials. To the horror of his mother, Mary (Maia Morgenstern), Magdalene (Monica Bellucci), whom he saved from damnation, and his disciples, Jesus is condemned to death. He is tortured as he drags a crucifix to nearby Calvary, where he is nailed to the cross. He dies, but not before a last act of grace.

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Critics Consensus

Director Mel Gibson's zeal is unmistakable, but The Passion of the Christ will leave many viewers emotionally drained rather than spiritually uplifted.

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Will Self

London Evening Standard

Jan 9, 2018

If I believed in life eternal with access to a heavenly multiplex I still wouldn't advise you to see this film, but, as things stand, if thou goest anywhere this week, be it to see an honest piece of graven imagery, not this religiose rubbish.

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Nell Minow

Common Sense Media

Dec 28, 2010

3/5

Extremely violent, and powerful; for mature teens.

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Jonathan Rosenbaum

Chicago Reader

Mar 5, 2008

If I were a Christian, I'd be appalled to have this primitive and pornographic bloodbath presume to speak for me.

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Jeremy Jahns

JeremyJahns.com

Apr 3, 2026

What it lacks in backstory, it makes up for with full-force emotional impact.

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Alan French

Sunshine State Cineplex

Apr 20, 2025

4/10

While other films about Jesus of Nazareth opted to focus on his struggles as a man of faith, Gibson focuses on the intensity of what he was forced to endure. While Gibson touches on something profoundly nihilistic, it’s ultimately a vapid experience.

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Mark Johnson

Awards Daily

Jun 27, 2023

While the scenes we are witnessing are graphic and difficult to watch, there’s no denying the immersive experience that Passion brought to the screen. It’s as valid and visceral as any biblical story that’s ever been captured on film.

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Kristoff C

@KristoffLovesCinema 15 hrs ago

An amazingly moving film whether you believe in it or not. The struggle of a mother watching her son give everything and go through the most amount of pain imaginable is heart wrenching. Mel Gibson’s finest work. Worth watching

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Joncarlos M

@killerwolf 1 day ago

How can you respect Jesus Christ? The movie is about Jesus. I hate church every day. Just pray to God this is unexpectable or a shame. I hope God doesn’t punish you about God and pray every day just have a good day❤️‍🔥

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Jessie S

@Lakelife0431 Sep 2, 2026

a barely decent work of pure fiction that is hindered by its agenda

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@RT70745702 Sep 1, 2026

每当生活不如意的时候，就来看一看。如果把我换做成受难的耶稣，那么生活还不如意吗？感恩🙏

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Jacqueline R

@Murky140 Sep 1, 2026

The first movie to be written by ChatGPT

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Christopher M

@RT48186289 Aug 31, 2026

50% for one of the most realistic authentic interpretation of the Jesus's death in cinema in the past century? When this movie came out, the vatican even had a viewing for their entire staff. This movie made careers and ended them because of the sensitive subject material. This is one of the greatest religious movies in human history...PERIOD.

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Synopsis

In this version of Christ's crucifixion, based on the New Testament, Judas expedites the downfall of Jesus (Jim Caviezel) by handing him over to the Roman Empire's handpicked officials. To the horror of his mother, Mary (Maia Morgenstern), Magdalene (Monica Bellucci), whom he saved from damnation, and his disciples, Jesus is condemned to death. He is tortured as he drags a crucifix to nearby Calvary, where he is nailed to the cross. He dies, but not before a last act of grace.

Director: Mel Gibson
Producer: Bruce Davey, Mel Gibson, Stephen McEveety
Screenwriter: Benedict Fitzgerald, Mel Gibson
Distributor: Newmarket Film Group
Production Co: Icon Entertainment International
Rating: R
Genre: Drama
Original Language: Aramaic
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 25, 2004, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters): Sep 10, 2026
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 25, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $371.4M
Runtime: 2h 7m
Sound Mix: DTS, SDDS, Dolby SRD, Surround
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1

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