Movie

Light of the World

“An ordinary boy, an extraordinary faith.”

★ 8.6(45)20251h 24m

Light of the World is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video in France. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 23 July 2026.

Where to watch Light of the World

🇫🇷 France

Good to know

Director: Tom Bancroft, John J. Schafer
Release date: 2025-09-04
Runtime: 1h 24m
Language: English
Box office: $2,595,702
Budget: $20,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Salvation Poem Project

Light of the World — trailer

About Light of the World

Light of the World is a 2025 movie in the Animation, Drama and Family genres, directed by Tom Bancroft and John J. Schafer, starring Ian Hanlin, Benjamin Jacobson and Vincent Tong. It has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.6/10 from 45 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Light of the World in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

It's 30 AD and everyone is expectantly awaiting the coming Messiah. While Jesus isn't exactly what they imagined, there is something special about this man. Soon, John, James, Andrew, Peter, and others begin to follow Jesus on an unexpected adventure. This beautifully animated story of Jesus is told through the eyes of his beloved young friend, the Apostle John.

Cast

Ian Hanlin

Jesus (voice)

Benjamin Jacobson

John (voice)

Vincent Tong

Andrew (voice)

Michael Benyaer

Nicodemus (voice)

David A. Kaye

Judas Iscariot (voice)

Peter New

Pharisee (voice)

Richard Newman

Fish Monger (voice)

Sam Darkoh

Peter (voice)

Colin Murdock

Lucius (voice)

Jesse Inocalla

The Baptizer (voice)

Erin Mathews

Salome (voice)

Dave Pettitt

Zebedee (voice)

Themes & keywords

biblereligious filmjesus christchristian filmchristian faithfamily animation

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Light of the World in France?+

In France, Light of the World is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Light of the World on Netflix?+

Light of the World is not on Netflix in France right now.

How long is Light of the World?+

Light of the World has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

Who stars in Light of the World?+

Light of the World stars Ian Hanlin, Benjamin Jacobson, Vincent Tong, Michael Benyaer and David A. Kaye.

When did Light of the World come out?+

Light of the World is a 2025 movie directed by Tom Bancroft and John J. Schafer.

What genre is Light of the World?+

Light of the World is Animation, Drama and Family film.

Who directed Light of the World?+

Light of the World was directed by Tom Bancroft and John J. Schafer.