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Light of the World (2025)

Movie ★ 8.6 84 min

Animation Drama Family

It's 30 AD and everyone is expectantly awaiting the coming Messiah. While Jesus isn't exactly what they imagined, there is something special about this man. Soon, John, James, Andrew, Peter, and others begin to follow Jesus on an unexpected adventure. This beautifully animated story of Jesus is told through the eyes of his beloved young friend, the Apostle John.

Tom Bancroft Director John J. Schafer Director David M. Armstrong Writer Drew Barton Armstrong Writer

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Quick facts

Released
September 4, 2025
Runtime
84 min
Rating
PG
Budget
$20.0M
Box office
$2.6M
IMDb
tt33235979
Country
United States, Ireland
Language
English
Studio
Salvation Poem Project, Epipheo, Lighthouse Studios

Themes

Cast

Ian Hanlin Ian Hanlin Jesus (voice) Benjamin Jacobson Benjamin Jacobson John (voice) Vincent Tong Vincent Tong Andrew (voice) Michael Benyaer Michael Benyaer Nicodemus (voice) David A. Kaye David A. Kaye Judas Iscariot (voice) Peter New Peter New Pharisee (voice) Richard Newman Richard Newman Fish Monger (voice) Sam Darkoh Sam Darkoh Peter (voice) Colin Murdock Colin Murdock Lucius (voice) Jesse Inocalla The Baptizer (voice) Erin Mathews Erin Mathews Salome (voice) Dave Pettitt Dave Pettitt Zebedee (voice) Ceara Morgana Mary Magdalene (voice) Bill Newton Bill Newton Simon (voice) Mark Oliver Pontius (voice) Adam Nurada Adam Nurada Caiaphas (voice) Dylan Leonard James (voice) Adam Kozlick Adam Kozlick Matthew (voice)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Light of the World about?
It's 30 AD and everyone is expectantly awaiting the coming Messiah. While Jesus isn't exactly what they imagined, there is something special about this man. Soon, John, James, Andrew, Peter, and others begin to follow Jesus on an unexpected adventure. This beautifully animated story of Jesus is told through the eyes of his beloved young friend, the Apostle John.
Who directed Light of the World?
Light of the World was directed by Tom Bancroft, John J. Schafer.
Who stars in Light of the World?
Light of the World stars Ian Hanlin, Benjamin Jacobson, Vincent Tong, Michael Benyaer.
When was Light of the World released?
Light of the World is a 2025 animation, drama, family film.
Where can I watch Light of the World?
You can watch Light of the World with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.