Zero A. D.: The Birth of Christ

Zero A. D.: The Birth of Christ
Theatrical release poster
Directed byAlejandro Monteverde
Written byRod Barr
Based onGospel of Matthew from the Bible
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyGorka Gómez Andreu
Production
companies
Kasbah Films
2521 Entertainment
Metanoia Films
Distributed byAngel Studios
Release date
  • December 11, 2026 (2026-12-11)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Zero A. D.: The Birth of Christ is an upcoming American epic biblical drama film set during the Massacre of the Innocents as told in the Gospel of Matthew from the Bible. Directed by Alejandro Monteverde, it stars Deva Cassel, Sam Worthington, Ben Mendelsohn, Gael García Bernal, and Jim Caviezel.

Zero A. D.: The Birth of Christ is scheduled to be released in the United States on December 11, 2026.

Synopsis

A young Joseph and Mary protect her child Jesus from a murderous King Herod.[1]

Cast

Production

The film, originally titled Bethlehem and described as a "spiritual thriller" revolving around the Massacre of the Innocents, was announced in November 2024, with Alejandro Monteverde set to direct for Angel, marking their third collaboration. The cast includes Sam Worthington as Herod's son Antipater, Ben Mendelsohn as Nahash, Gael García Bernal as Joachim, and Deva Cassel as Mary.[2]

Principal photography took place in Morocco in November 2024.

Release

The film was retitled Zero A.D. and was originally scheduled to be released by Angel Studios in the United States on December 19, 2025.[3] However, Angel Studios acquired the rights to David and decided to release David in that slot and moved Zero A.D. to 2026.[4] It is scheduled to be released in the United States by Angel Studios on December 11, 2026.[5] The film was originally schedueled to be released on December 25, but was pushed to its current date.[6]

References

  1. ↑ Sharpe, Josh (November 7, 2024). "Sam Worthington, Ben Mendelsohn, & More Cast in Biblical Thriller BETHLEHEM". Broadway World. Retrieved November 11, 2024.
  2. ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (November 7, 2024). "Angel Studios Sets 'Bethlehem' From 'Sound Of Freedom's Alejandro Monteverde; Sam Worthington, Ben Mendelsohn, Gael García Bernal & Deva Cassel Star". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 7, 2024.
  3. ↑ Goldsmith, Jill (April 2, 2025). "Angel Studios Dates New WWII Film 'Truth & Treason', TIFF-Premiering 'Sketch' & 'Zero A.D.' From 'Sound Of Freedom' Director, Tees Up First Trailers – CinemaCon". Deadline. Retrieved April 2, 2025.
  4. ↑ Goldsmith, Jill (October 8, 2025). "Angel Studios, 2521 Entertainment Acquire 'David' Franchise, Set Holiday Release For Animated Musical". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 8, 2025.
  5. ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (July 9, 2026). "A24 Sets Release Date for Jesse Eisenberg's 'The Debut'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 29, 2026.
  6. ↑ Goldsmith, Jill (April 13, 2026). "Angel Studios Adds Owen Wilson In 'Runner', Tommy Lee Jones' 'Angel And The Badman' Reboot & Milton Hershey Biopic To 2026 Slate". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 13, 2026.
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