An initiative of Power to Change to collaborate and serve the body of Christ in Australia to reach a whole generation of Aussie kids and their families with the gospel through the new animated JESUS family film
Animated Story of Jesus Film Coming December 2027
Our Shared Vision
Does the vision to sow the seed of the gospel into the hearts of 1.6 million children aged 4-14 through the new animated JESUS movie excite you?
No organisation or denomination can do this alone – but together we can. This is a mission for the Body of Christ.
Imagine what could be accomplished with…
10,000+
churches praying and
working together
500
cinemas across
our nation
2,000+
Screenings
of the film
Let’s see cinema screenings of JESUS filled across the land, hosted by churches, and schools bringing all their students to see JESUS.
Together, let’s trust God for one million+ Australians to engage with JESUS in cinemas, and streaming platforms beyond. Will you, your church, your faith community, take up this incredible, historic opportunity to make JESUS accessible to ALL Australian children and their families? Come, begin this journey with us to see whole new generations come to faith in Christ.
About
JESUS is a new animated family film about the life of Jesus designed to reach families, new generations and people of all ages. Planned for global cinematic release in 2,200 languages.
Anchored in the Gospels, JESUS re-imagines the original JESUS film released in 1979 by Jesus Film Project. The new animation builds on a legacy of global impact that includes an estimated 10+ billion viewings of JESUS and their various films, 600+ million indicated decisions to follow Christ, and 40+ years of Bible translation work alongside 1,800+ ministry partners – working together to help the global church reach everyone, everywhere.
Together with our partners, Power To Change is seeking to help mobilise thousands of churches of all denominations, schools, business and media organisations across Australia to see whole new generations of Aussies engage with the story of Jesus.
A successful cinematic launch is just the beginning! It will generate enormous momentum here in Australia, with a ripple effect in other countries around the world! This will then enable JESUS to become a fantastic ministry tool with exciting new opportunities to use the parts of the film for children’s ministry or new CRE curriculums; and for rich, immersive bible studies using the VR (virtual reality) capability extends the reach into youth and young adult ministry.
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The Animation
The film will be more true to the place and time of Jesus’ earthly life than…
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JESUS Film Project
Breaking language and literacy barriers to share God’s love.
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Power To Change
Working to spread the word of God since the 1980s.
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Launch Steward Partners
The job is too big for us to do alone.
We are trusting God to connect with like-minded and hearted leaders, denominations and organisations to be launch stewards with us of this opportunity to reach a whole generation in Australia with the gospel.
Types of Partners
Organisational Launch Steward – Mobilize your organisation’s sphere of influence towards our shared vision.
Financial Partners – Mobilize this mission by your generous giving.
Regional Launch Steward – Mobilize your region towards our shared vision.
Denominational Launch Steward – Mobilise your denomination towards our shared vision.
Individuals – Mobilise your personal network, including your church, towards our shared vision.
Stories
Check out the amazing stories of lives changed by the original JESUS film!
JESUS is for everyone, everywhere: Christians who know the gospel well and people who aren’t Christians who are interested in learning the real story of the man named Jesus.
FAQs
What is the message of the film?
Through animation, the film will bring the gospels to life to reach people everywhere with the hope of Jesus. In over 2,000 languages, the film will bring the Gospel to our 21st century world.
What production team is working on JESUS?
Studios, based in Cape Town, South Africa, to bring JESUS to life in animated form.
Sunrise Animation Studios brings a truly international perspective to this project. The studio’s team members operate across 26 countries, providing the worldwide viewpoint necessary for a film intended to reach every corner of the earth. Sunrise is known for producing the Jungle Beat movies and directing the upcoming animated film DAVID.
Sunrise’s belief that film and TV are the most powerful mediums for story in the modern era, combined with dedication to both our Creator and creative excellence, positions us well to build a resource that honours diverse cultures while staying rooted in biblical truth.
Is JESUS historically accurate? Is it biblical?
Jesus Film Project has employed credentialed historians, archaeologists and theologians to ensure historical accuracy in every frame of the film. For more information see Historical Research to Artwork. The film is a direct telling of the gospels from the Christian Bible, with filmmakers who are committed to making the film biblically accurate.
What is the legacy of the 1979 JESUS film?
The original film JESUS is a 1979 film by Jesus Film Project. It is the most translated film in history, available in more than 2,000 languages and has been shown in 225 countries. As of September 2022, the film has been estimated to have been viewed over 10 billion times. Paul Eshleman was the visionary behind the 1979 JESUS film and the first executive director of Jesus Film Project. Paul spearheaded the initiative to translate the film into hundreds of languages.
Why feature-film animation?
Animated storytelling is exploding, and JESUS will share the gospel through a medium that is ever-expanding; thereby continuing the Christian legacy of making the story of Jesus as accessible as possible.
How is the production of JESUS being funded?
The production of JESUS (with a project budget of USD150M) is being funded with the generous support of partners, sponsors, and donors from all around the world, who believe in sharing the hope, love and forgiveness of Jesus with all people everywhere.
Will JESUS be available in my language?
Most likely! JESUS will be available in 100 languages upon release and then go on to be available in over 2,000 languages, just like the original JESUS film.
When will JESUS be released?
A global theatrical release date has not yet been announced. Sign up below to our mailing list to be among the first to know!
I like the sound of JESUS; what do I do now?
Follow the creative journey between now and the release and tell others about it by downloading ASJ Insider. Prepare your church or school to watch the film when its release date is announced. Like the original film, JESUS can and should be utilised by Christians as a ministry resource to share the gospel and as a support for discipleship to encourage and teach other Christians.
Highest-Quality Animation
Award-winning storytellers and industry-leading animators with credits with Mulan, The Lion King and The Little Mermaid have been involved in building the world and look of JESUS. As they tell the greatest story ever told through powerful animation, our production teams are implementing cutting-edge technology and innovative processes that will revolutionise animation for years to come.
Historically Accurate
The film will be more true to the place and time of Jesus’ earthly life than anything possible with a live-action film. The production team is working closely with archeologists and theologians to depict first-century Israel using the latest immersive 3D-modelling technology.
About JESUS Film Project
We’re passionate about sharing Jesus with the world because we believe everyone, everywhere should have access to His life-changing love and forgiveness.
That’s why, by God’s grace and through the help of our partners, our Christian films are available in over 2,000 different languages. They are designed to break language and literacy barriers so anyone can watch—no matter where they are in the world.
About Power to Change (formerly known as Campus Crusade for Christ Australia)
Our story begins with a passion for people! We desire everyone to have an encounter with Jesus so they may understand the hope his story brings.
We have a heart for Australia, that our country will experience the joy of knowing Jesus. And, our calling is for the nations to know God and his love for them that lasts for eternity.
In the 1990’s and 2000’s, working with churches of all denominations right across Australia, over 750,000 videos and DVD’s in over 1,000 languages were distributed to homes under a nation-wide campaign called JESUS: Gift to the Nation. During that time an estimated one million+ Australians were exposed to Jesus’ story!
Power to Change is part of an international network known as Campus Crusade for Christ founded in 1951. Today, with more than 19,000 staff members in over 190 countries, Campus Crusade for Christ offers spiritual guidance, resources and programs tailored for people from all cultures in every walk of life.
