Mel Gibson Unveils ‘Resurrection of the Christ’ First Look, Delays Release Dates for Two-Part Biblical Epic
Mel Gibson has revealed the first look at his upcoming film, 'The Resurrection of the Christ,' which is a sequel to 2004's 'The Passion of the Christ.' The production has wrapped ahead of schedule, but the release dates for both parts of the film have been delayed. Part One is now set to debut on May 6, 2027, while Part Two will be released on May 25, 2028.
- ▪Filming for 'The Resurrection of the Christ' concluded after 134 days of shooting in various locations across Italy.
- ▪Gibson expressed gratitude to his cast and crew, emphasizing the film's significance to him as a filmmaker.
- ▪The sequels are described as an 'acid trip' and will focus on the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
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Home Film News May 21, 2026 1:30pm PT Mel Gibson Unveils ‘Resurrection of the Christ’ First Look, Delays Release Dates for Two-Part Biblical Epic By Rebecca Rubin Plus Icon Rebecca Rubin Senior Film and Media Reporter rebeccaarubin Latest Broadway Publicity Firm BBB Announces New Ownership, Rebrands as Aperture Public Relations 8 hours ago ‘Cliff Booth’ Movie, Starring Brad Pitt, Takes Over ‘Narnia’s’ Imax Slot This Thanksgiving 1 day ago Matt Damon Eyes ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ Directing Duo’s Next Movie After Ryan Gosling Drops Out 1 day ago See All Elise Lockwood/Lionsgate Mel Gibson has unveiled the first look at “The Resurrection of the Christ,” the director’s long-delayed follow-up to 2004’s “The Passion of the Christ.” Filming on the two-part epic has officially wrapped,…
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