Here’s a look at some of the actors who have taken on this timeless role. Robert Powell in Jesus of Nazareth Robert Powell played the role of Jesus in the 1977 British Italian TV miniseries ...

I just met Jesus. Not that I fear I’ll expire during this broadcast and come to terms with the forever — but handsome actor Jonathan Roumie is right now playing Jesus of Nazareth in “The ...

Veteran actor Lee Montague, whose prolific career ... Simon Callow and Janet Suzman. These were played to a full house, as is befitting! He will be greatly missed.” Monty Python legend Michael ...

Here is a list of some of the most notable actors who have brought Jesus Christ ... acknowledging the profound impact of the role. Brian Deacon played Jesus in the 1979 film 'Jesus,' which remains ...

(RNS) — Fifty years after being cast in 'Jesus Christ Superstar,' his name is nearly synonymous with Jesus of Nazareth for fans of the 1973 film. (RNS) — In the early 1970s, Ted Neeley was a ...

Jim Caviezel takes his acting roles seriously, and no role was greater than playing Jesus in THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST.

Jesus of Nazareth, the 1977 British-Italian epic TV ... Which ended up going to Ian McShane. The idea to cast Powell originated from executive producer Sir Lew Grade’s wife, Kathie Moody ...

In the case of Christianity, Jesus has been an incredibly impactful figure, with hundreds of actors taking up the ... Jim Caviezel played the part and continues to be identified with the role ...

They form an instant connection unlike anything the young woman has ever known. His name is Jesus of Nazareth. “The Book of Longings” is inspired by arguably one of the best-known stories ...

As Variety reported, after case was dismissed in 2023, the actors sued again this year ... worked with Zeffirelli in the 1977 TV movie “Jesus of Nazareth,” playing Mary.