Resurrection of the Christ First Look, Release Date Delayed
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Mel Gibson has revealed the first look at “The Resurrection of the Christ,” his long-awaited follow-up to 2004’s “The Passion of the Christ,” with filming completed ahead of schedule after 134 days in Italy.
- The two-part film series has been delayed, with Part One now set for release on May 6, 2027, and Part Two on May 25, 2028, both coinciding with Ascension Day, a significant Christian holiday.
- Gibson described the project as a deeply personal mission he has carried for over 20 years, emphasizing the film’s importance and the dedication of his cast and crew.
- The sequel focuses on Jesus Christ’s resurrection, featuring new lead actors Jaakko Ohtonen and Mariela Garriga, alongside a notable supporting cast, and is described by Gibson as an “acid trip” unlike anything he has read before.
- Lionsgate will handle distribution in North America, the UK, and Latin America, with multiple international partners managing releases worldwide, highlighting the film’s anticipated global impact.