The Young Messiah
2016, English. Directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh.
Before he was the savior, he was a child.
Tells the story of Jesus Christ at age seven as he and his family depart Egypt to return home to Nazareth. Told from his childhood perspective, it follows young Jesus as he grows into his religious identity.
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 152 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Young Messiah
The Young Messiah is streaming on Wonder Project in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 10 March 2016
- Country
- United States of America, South Korea
- Written by
- Betsy Giffen Nowrasteh, Cyrus Nowrasteh
- Budget
- $19M
- Box office
- $6.5M
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What The Young Messiah is based on
The Young Messiah is based on Christ the Lord: Out of Egypt (2005) by Anne Rice.
2005
Christ the Lord: Out of Egypt
By Anne Rice
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The Young Messiah: quick answers
Is The Young Messiah worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 152 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Young Messiah?
The Young Messiah runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
Does The Young Messiah have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Young Messiah. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Young Messiah parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Young Messiah is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Young Messiah on?
The Young Messiah is streaming on Wonder Project in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Young Messiah?
If you liked The Young Messiah, try The Gospel of John, Son of God, Mary Magdalene.
Who directed The Young Messiah?
The Young Messiah (2016) was directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh and stars Adam Greaves-Neal, Sara Lazzaro, Vincent Walsh.
What is The Young Messiah based on?
The Young Messiah is based on Christ the Lord: Out of Egypt (2005) by Anne Rice.