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The Bible

2013·Show
5Episodes in1Season·TV-14
IMDb7.5Metacritic454.5Rotten Tomatoes–86%
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Where to watch

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The Bible fingerprint

High energy, big heart, no humor.

Energy

Epic and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Violence8
  • Tension7

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Catharsis7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Dark Humor2

World

History, faith and meaning, and fantasy

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The story of God's creation of the Earth and the landmark events leading up to the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Biblical EpicFaith-Based DramaHistorical RetellingReligious ThemesOld Testament StoriesVisually DramaticMorality LessonsDivine InterventionHuman Struggle

Crew

Directed by:
Christopher Spencer, Tony Mitchell, Crispin Reece
Written by:
Richard Bedser

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Bible

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Bible legally?

PrimeHooplaPure FlixHISTORY VaultThe Great CoursesWonder Project

The Bible is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Pure Flix, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Bible worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 7.5 and Metacritic 45). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Bible rated?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Bible have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 5 episodes of about 96 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Bible?

Critics45
Audiences69

Not quite. Audiences rate The Bible higher (69) than critics (45). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did The Bible air?

It ran from 2013 to 2013 and has ended.

What language is The Bible in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Bible?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Bible in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Bible use?

Rank Scales with AsskickingScary Black ManDies Wide OpenAdaptation DistillationThe Last Thing You Ever SeeAdaptational VillainyHistorical Villain DowngradeAdipose RexSay My NameBut for Me, It Was TuesdayBadass CapeDual Wieldingand 21 more

TV Tropes lists 33 storytelling tropes for The Bible, including Rank Scales with Asskicking, Scary Black Man, Dies Wide Open.