The Scoop on Antonio Banderas' Faith-Based Christmas Musical
Journey to Bethlehem is a new entry in the faith-based canon that's sure to leave viewers with a few songs stuck in their heads. A musical retelling of the biblical story of Jesus' birth, the movie is co-written, directed and produced by Adam Anders, the one-time executive music producer on Glee. In addition to serving up a story for the ages, the movie delivers an epic soundtrack that combines modern pop fare and Christmas classics. It also stars Antonio Banderas as the bad guy, King Herod.
Anders got the idea for Journey to Bethlehem 17 years ago, when he and his wife, Nikki Anders—with whom he's been writing songs since their first date in 2003—were in Iowa visiting family and couldn’t find a Christmas movie to watch.
“Coming from the music side of things, I was like, there’s got to be a musical about the Nativity,” explained Anders on Catholic Review Radio. “I’ve got this brilliant idea that nobody had thought of and I thought honestly, all these years I’ve been trying to make this, I kept thinking somebody’s gong to do it before me.”
Here’s what we know about Journey to Bethlehem, including who is in the cast.
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What is the release date of Journey to Bethlehem?
Journey to Bethlehem hit theaters on Nov. 10.
What is Journey to Bethlehem about?
Journey to Bethlehem tells the story of Mary, Joseph and how Jesus was born. According to the production notes, “This live-action Christmas musical adventure for the entire family weaves classic Christmas melodies with humor, faith, and new pop songs in a retelling of the greatest story ever told.”
Who is in the cast of Journey to Bethlehem?
Fiona Palomo as Mary
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Milo Manheim as Joseph
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Antonio Banderas as Herod
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Joel Smallbone as Herod's son, Antipater
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The cast also includes Omid Djalili, Rizwan Manji and Geno Segers.
Where was Journey to Bethlehem filmed?
Journey to Bethlehem was filmed in and around the coast of Spain.
How long is the movie Journey to Bethlehem?
Journey to Bethlehem is 1 hour, 38 minutes.
What is the new Christmas Jesus movie with Antonio Banderas?
Journey to Bethlehem is a new Christmas movie musical about the birth of Jesus. It stars Antonio Banderas as the jealous and vindictive King Herod.
Is Journey to Bethlehem biblical?
Co-writer, director and producer Adam Anders says that Journey to Bethlehem is not a documentary. The opening credits say, “Inspired by a true story—the greatest story ever told.”
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Where to stream Journey to Bethlehem
As of press time, Journey to Bethlehem is not streaming. Right now, it's only available in theaters. You can find tickets here.
Is Journey to Bethlehem on Netflix?
Journey to Bethlehem is not streaming on Netflix. At this time, it's only in theaters.
Is Journey to Bethlehem on Hulu?
Nope! At least not yet. Journey to Bethlehem is a theatrical release that will likely arrive on a streaming platform at a later date.
Is Journey to Bethlehem on Peacock?
As of press time, Journey to Bethlehem is not streaming on Peacock. Viewers can catch the movie in theaters.
Is Journey to Bethlehem on Max?
You won't find Journey to Bethlehem on Max. The movie is currently in theaters.
How far is the journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem IRL?
The distance from Nazareth to Bethlehem is said to be about 90 miles.
Is there a trailer for Journey to Bethlehem?
Yes! Watch the trailer for Journey to Bethlehem below.
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