5 Christian Movies on Netflix: Must-Watch Faith & Love Films
Some movies inspire with gentle reminders of resilience, hope, and spiritual growth through trials and triumphs. Netflix, ever the front-liner, has the grasp of things even when it comes to offering films that uplift and encourage faith-driven audiences with stirring narratives and heartfelt performances.
Netflix's roster of Christian movies combines deep spiritual messages with engaging stories, perfect for those who appreciate cinema that touches the soul subtly yet powerfully.
5. The Hill (2023)
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Plot: Based on a true story, The Hill follows Rickey Hill, a young Texan with a degenerative spinal disease and leg braces, who aspires to play Major League Baseball despite his physical challenges and his pastor father's disapproval. His journey to try out for a legendary scout divides his family but highlights his determination and faith.
Top cast: Dennis Quaid as Pastor James Hill, Colin Ford as Rickey Hill, Joelle Carter as Helen Hill, Scott Glenn as scout Red Murff;
Director: Jeff Celentano; screenplay by Angelo Pizzo and Scott Marshall Smith;
Production details: Produced by Rescue Dog Productions and Vitamin A Films;
The Hill is a moderate budget, theatrical release. It had grossed for about $7.7 million worldwide on box office.
IMDb rating: 6.7/10.
4. Blue Miracle (2021)
Plot: Blue Miracle chronicles a boat captain and children from an orphanage who enter an intense fishing competition to save their home from foreclosure, relying on hope and divine intervention.
Top cast: Jimmy Gonzales, Dennis Quaid, Anthony Gonzalez;
Director: Julio Quintana;
Released on Netflix on May 27, 2021, Blue Miracle has been produced with a moderate budget and performed relatively well for a faith film.
IMDb rating: 6.8/10.
3. Come Sunday (2018)
Plot: The film chronicles Pastor Carlton Pearson's controversial faith journey, questioning church doctrine, leading to a crisis of belief and personal transformation.
Top cast: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Martin Sheen;
Director: Joshua Marston;
Doubling as an entree on watch-worthy Easter picks as well, Come Sunday is a pure Netflix production with a mid-range budget, which has contributed to critical acclaim.
IMDb rating: 6.8/10.
2. A Week Away (2021)
Plot: Troubled teen Will Hawkins chooses a Christian summer camp over juvenile detention in A Week Away, where music and faith and love lead to redemption and new beginnings.
Top cast: Kevin Quinn, Bailee Madison;
Director: Roman White;
Produced with a mid-range budget, the film has blended catchy songs with a wholesome, spiritually tuned message.
IMDb rating: 6.3/10.
Sometimes, the biggest comeback is not on the silver screen but in the heart, where a washed-up star learns that pretending can lead to believing, and redemption plays the lead role.
1. The Resurrection of Gavin Stone (2017)
Plot: The Resurrection of Gavin Stone has stayed true to its title. It follows a former child star performing community service at a church who is unexpectedly cast as Jesus in a Christmas pageant, sparking a journey of faith and self-discovery.
Top cast: Brett Dalton;
Director: Dallas Jenkins;
The Resurrection of Gavin Stone had been a low budget production grossing for about $2,303,792 in US and Canada.
IMDb rating: 6.0/10.
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Each of these films on Netflix stands out for delivering inspiring messages rooted in faith and love, portrayed through authentic performances and compelling storytelling. Watching these movies yields an enriching experience, blending the properties of entertainment, spirituality, and reflection. These selections embody an understated yet timeless appeal that Christian cinema has carried for ages, silently uplifting hearts in their wake.
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Which of these soulful cinematic will you be indulging in soon? Let us know in the comments below!
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Edited By: Itti Mahajan
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