Jesus of Nazareth (1977)

Jesus of Nazareth (1977)

Behind the Scenes of Divine Saga
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Overview
Franco Zeffirelli’s Jesus of Nazareth is a sweeping miniseries chronicling Jesus’ life. Robert Powell’s iconic, blue-eyed Christ delivers miracles and mercy from Nativity to Resurrection.

Franco Zeffirelli’s Jesus of Nazareth is a sweeping miniseries chronicling Jesus’ life. Robert Powell’s iconic, blue-eyed Christ delivers miracles and mercy from Nativity to Resurrection.



Zeffirelli and Anthony Burgess’ script, developed over two years, stays faithful to the Gospels. Powell’s serene Jesus anchors a star-studded cast, blending reverence and humanity.


Filmed in Morocco and Tunisia with 35mm, the crew built biblical sets. Natural lighting and minimal VFX create a timeless, immersive Judea, lauded for authenticity.


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