Movies Like Paul, Apostle of Christ (2018)

Paul, Apostle of Christ is a 2018 drama film from Andrew Hyatt with a MovieMagicScore of 7.6/10. Here are 20 similar films, ranked by real viewer ratings — starting with The Passion of the Christ and Quo Vadis.

Drama

The Passion of the Christ

2004

A graphic portrayal of the last twelve hours of Jesus of Nazareth's life.

7.5

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Quo Vadis

1951

After fierce Roman commander Marcus Vinicius becomes infatuated with beautiful Christian hostage Lygia, he begins to question the tyrannical leadership of the despotic emperor Nero.

7.1

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Saint Paul

2000

A biblical epic from the Book of Acts and Paul's epistles covering his conversion from Saul of Tarsus to his ministry to the Gentiles.

6.6

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Jesus

1999

Jesus, a carpenter living a simple life, discovers his destiny as the biblical Messiah.

6.7

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Barabbas

1961

Epic account of the thief Barabbas, who was pardoned for his crimes and spared crucifixion when Pilate offered the Israelites a choice to pardon Barabbas or Jesus. Struggling with his spirituality, Barabbas goes through many ordeals leading him to the gladiatorial arena, where he tries to win his freedom and confront his inner demons, ultimately becoming a follower of the man who was crucified in his place.

6.9

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The Robe

1953

Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Christian faith along the way.

6.8

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Jesus

1979

Three and a half years of Jesus' ministry, as told in the Gospel of Luke.

8.3

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The Last Supper

2025

In the days leading to betrayal, a gathering of disciples unravels into a web of secrets and hidden motives. As tensions simmer beneath the surface, trust is tested, and loyalty is questioned. The Last Supper becomes a night where nothing is as it seems, and every glance hides a deeper truth.

6.7

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The Miracle Maker

2000

A mother and father in search of help for their sick daughter cross paths with an extraordinary carpenter named Jesus, who has devoted his life to spreading God's word. An amazing miracle brings to light the true meaning of Christ, and the sacrifices he endured for the deliverance of mankind. A compelling story of faith, trust, and devotion.

6.1

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#10

The Apocalypse

2004

While Emperor Domitian persecutes the Christians, the aged apostle John has prophetic visions.

5.3

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#11

King of Kings

1961

Who is Jesus, and why does he impact all he meets? He is respected and reviled, emulated and accused, beloved, betrayed, and finally crucified. Yet that terrible fate would not be the end of the story.

7.2

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#12

The Nativity Story

2006

Mary and Joseph make the hard journey to Bethlehem for a blessed event in this retelling of the Nativity story. This meticulously researched and visually lush adaptation of the biblical tale follows the pair on their arduous path to their arrival in a small village, where they find shelter in a quiet manger and Jesus is born.

6.9

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#13

Mary Magdalene

2018

In the first century, free-spirited Mary Magdalene flees the marriage her family has arranged for her, finding refuge and a sense of purpose in a radical new movement led by the charismatic, rabble-rousing preacher named Jesus.

6.3

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#14

Jeremiah

1998

The young Jeremiah grows up in a priest's family in the village of Anathoth, near Jerusalem. God appears to Jeremiah in different human guises on several occasions, and makes it clear that he has been selected to announce God's message to the people of Jerusalem.

6.8

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#15

The Sign of the Cross

1932

A Roman soldier becomes torn between his love for a Christian woman and his loyalty to Emperor Nero.

6.1

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#16

Horrible Histories: The Movie - Rotten Romans

2019

Roman teenager, Atti is forced to join the Roman army when one of his clever schemes falls foul of Emperor Nero. He is sent to "miserable, cold, wet Britain" where "the natives are revolting - quite literally". Things go from bad to worse when Atti is captured by Orla, a feisty teenage Celt desperate to prove herself as a warrior.

5.2

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#17

Risen

2016

Clavius, a powerful Roman military tribune, and his aide, Lucius, are tasked with solving the mystery of what happened to Jesus in the weeks following the crucifixion, in order to disprove the rumors of a risen Messiah and prevent an uprising in Jerusalem.

6.3

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#18

Ben-Hur

1959

In ancient Judea, a Jewish aristocrat opposing Roman occupation of his homeland reunites with his childhood friend, now a Roman commander — setting in motion a saga of betrayal, adventure, tragedy, revenge, and faith.

7.9

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#19

The Last Days of Pompeii

1935

In this action-filled spectacle set in ancient Pompeii, a blacksmith becomes a Roman gladiator, though his rise to wealth and power is jeopardized by his son's Christianity and the eruption of Vesuvius.

5.6

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#20

Light of the World

2025

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.

8.4

MagicScore

Frequently asked

What are the best movies like Paul, Apostle of Christ?

The top films similar to Paul, Apostle of Christ by MovieMagicScore are The Passion of the Christ (7.5), Quo Vadis (7.1), Saint Paul (6.6). Each shares drama themes and is ranked by real viewer ratings, not critics or studios.

Is Paul, Apostle of Christ worth watching?

Paul, Apostle of Christ holds a MovieMagicScore of 7.6/10 from 387 viewer ratings, putting it among the better-reviewed titles in its genre.

What kind of movie is Paul, Apostle of Christ?

Paul, Apostle of Christ (2018) is a drama film directed by Andrew Hyatt, starring Jim Caviezel, James Faulkner, Olivier Martinez.

Where can I find more recommendations like Paul, Apostle of Christ?

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About movies like Paul, Apostle of Christ

This ranked list pairs Paul, Apostle of Christ (2018), a drama film from Andrew Hyatt, with similar titles by genre, theme and cast overlap (fans of Jim Caviezel take note). Unlike critic-driven sites, every position here is ordered by MovieMagicScore — a rating built only from real viewers, with no studio marketing or paid placement. Scores update as more people rate, so the list stays current.

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