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Lionsgate and Icon Productions have announced that principal photographyhas been completed for Mel Gibson’s two-part sequel to “The Passion of the Christ.” The joint press release also announced that the release of the second part of “The Resurrection of the Christ” will be moved from 2027 to 2028.
The two films were originally set to be released 40 days apart, with the first installment to hit theaters on Good Friday of 2027 and the second installment to be released on Ascension Day of that same year. Now, both films will be released on Ascension Day, one year apart.
Released in 2004, “The Passion of the Christ” became a global blockbuster, setting new box office records. It remains one of the highest grossing rated R films of all time.
While controversial, the film has been praised for its realistic portrayal of the trials and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
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The two films were originally set to be released 40 days apart, with the first installment to hit theaters on Good Friday of 2027 and the second installment to be released on Ascension Day of that same year. Now, both films will be released on Ascension Day, one year apart.
Released in 2004, “The Passion of the Christ” became a global blockbuster, setting new box office records. It remains one of the highest grossing rated R films of all time.
While controversial, the film has been praised for its realistic portrayal of the trials and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Continued below.
‘Far More Than a Film to Me’—Mel Gibson Reflects on ‘The Resurrection of the Christ’ as Filming Wraps and Release of Part 2 Is Moved to 2028
Lionsgate and Icon Productions have announced that principal photography has been completed "The Resurrection of the Christ.”