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The Young Messiah

The film follows the journey of seven-year-old Jesus Christ as he and his family leave Egypt and return to their home in Nazareth, exploring his early development of his religious identity from his own childhood perspective.

Jesus Bar-Joseph, 7, lives in Alexandria, Egypt, with his family after fleeing a massacre by King Herod of Israel. His parents Joseph and Mary keep secrets from him about his birth and unique traits, believing him too young to understand.

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Info about The Young Messiah

Studio(s): Focus Features

Originally Released: United States, Mar 11, 2016

Production Country: United States

Box Office Gross: $6,500,000.00

Budget: $18,500,000.00

Genres:Drama, Fantasy