The Nativity Story

The Nativity Story

Her child would change the world.

PG 2006 · 101 min · ★ 7.0 · Drama

Mary and Joseph make the hard journey to Bethlehem for a blessed event in this retelling of the Nativity story. This meticulously researched and visually lush adaptation of the biblical tale follows the pair on their arduous path to their arrival in a small village, where they find shelter in a quiet manger and Jesus is born.

Directed by Catherine Hardwicke · Written by Mike Rich

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