Son of God

In ancient Judea under Roman rule the people live with heavy taxes and a growing sense of unease. The high priest Caiaphas tries to keep the faithful under control while Pontius Pilate weighs the danger of any spark of rebellion. A wandering preacher from Nazareth arrives in Jerusalem, delivering parables of love and mercy and performing deeds that astonish many. His presence divides the city between those who see him as a hopeful messenger and those who fear the consequences of his growing influence. As crowds gather, authorities debate how to respond and ordinary folk grapple with questions of justice, mercy, and power. The film follows a circle of witnesses and followers as they sense a story unfolding around them.

Directed by Christopher Spencer, Son of God draws on material from the Bible miniseries The Bible, and was produced by Roma Downey and Mark Burnett. It presents a cinematic portrayal of Jesus crafted for a broad theater audience, distributed by 20th Century Fox.

With a budget of 22 million, the film earned about 70,829,270 worldwide, indicating solid returns for a faith oriented drama. Its performance supported a modest theatrical run and extended reach through international markets, and helped sustain the film's global visibility.

Diogo Morgado's portrayal of Jesus became a recognizable image in popular culture and the film helped bring biblical narratives to mainstream theaters beyond television audiences. Roma Downey and Mark Burnett promoted the project, connecting it to a broader faith based media dialogue, and Morgado's calm presence grounds the drama.

Audiences reacted with mixed reviews and the film holds an average of 6.83 out of 10 from 331 votes. Viewers praise the production scale and accessible storytelling while some critics call the approach straightforward, emphasizing faith and mercy over complexity. Core themes include forgiveness, oppression, sacrifice, and faith under pressure.