Movies and TvShows featuring "persecution-of-christians" theme.

A devout Christian college student finds his faith challenged when he takes a philosophy class taught by an atheist professor. As the professor seeks to prove that God is dead, the student must defend his beliefs and take a stand for his faith.

The Robe is an epic drama set in ancient Rome. It follows the story of Marcellus Gallio, a Roman military tribune, who is assigned to oversee the crucifixion of Jesus. After winning Jesus' robe in a dice game, Marcellus finds himself plagued by guilt and embarks on a journey of redemption and faith.

The Sign of the Cross tells the story of the persecution of Christians in ancient Rome. It follows a Roman official who falls in love with a Christian woman and betrays his friend to Emperor Nero. The movie showcases the spectacles and debauchery of Rome, including a scene in which Christians are fed to lions in the arena.

Apostle Peter and the Last Supper (2012) follows the story of Peter, one of Jesus Christ's apostles, as he faces the challenges of betrayal, religious persecution, and forgiveness during the early days of Christianity. Set in the Roman Empire, Peter finds himself imprisoned and facing a death sentence but manages to find strength in his faith and the teachings of Jesus.

In 17th-century Japan, a samurai is assigned to infiltrate a clan suspected of practicing Christianity and uncover their plans. As he navigates the world of espionage and deception, he encounters various challenges, including duels, slow-motion fight scenes, and a forbidden romance. His mission becomes a battle between his loyalty and his newfound beliefs.

In a dystopian society, Christians are persecuted by a totalitarian regime. The film portrays the brutal torture and execution of Christians, including children, as well as the indoctrination and propaganda used by the regime. It highlights the horrors of religious persecution and the importance of faith.

It's the year 2030, and the government has outlawed Christianity. Enter Zach Thompson, a brave man who teams up with a friend to hack into the government's computer system to reclaim religious freedom for Americans.

It is one of the clearest prophecies of the Bible. It simply says that in the last days no man or woman will be able to buy or sell anything unless they are willing to receive a mark in their right hand or forehead.

Robert Marcarelli - In this impressive drama, starring Gary Cooper, we follow Saul the angry zealot to Paul the servant of Christ, who will pay any price to bring his message to the world. - Garry Cooper, Leon Lissek, Kermit Christman

China Cry (1990) tells the story of a young girl living in China during the 1950s, who finds herself caught in the midst of the political turmoil and religious persecution of the time.

Saul of Tarsus is one of the most dramatic stories of repentance found in the Bible. Rabbi Gamaliel is unable to convince his friend Saul, the arch-enemy and persecutor of Christians, to mend his ways. Saul is changed forever when the resurrected Lord miraculously appears to him on the Road to Damascus. Saul becomes reborn as Paul, one of the greatest missionaries and apostles ever for Jesus Christ’s gospel.

A young man is thrown back into the past and has to figure out why he is there and what’s the reason for his existence. A first class production and quality special effects lead the way in this complex fast paced adventure about time travel and the preservation of the Word of God.

As an older man, the Apostle John was sentenced to forced labor on the Island of Patmos. God honored John with His visions, faithfully transcribed to become the Book of Revelation.

The film, taking place in 1950, presents the story of Father Leopold and the monks of his order struggling to once again revive Christianity in a country trying to scrape itself together after the war. Initially, the communist powers do not hinder their work, and the Church was even able to regain possession of holy objects hidden during the war. This "peaceful" state does not last long. Father Leopold is arrested on trumped up charges, and in order to break him, he is subjected to cruel torture. His former student, Lieutenant Keller, who turned his back on religion and now believes in the socialist system, is appointed - upon the command of Major Fyodorov - to extract a confession of guilt. But the Father's perseverance and resistance changes everything.

Abbey is a typical American teenager who's strong in her Christian faith and popular with her friends. But when she accompanies her photojournalist dad on a trip to China, she gets a glimpse into an unknown world where people suffer for their beliefs. Now, she's embroiled in a plot involving illegal Bibles, the police and a mysterious secret agent. Amid the intrigue, Abbey vows to bring the news about the persecuted faithful back to America.

Filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy investigates the biggest and most catastrophic refugee crisis in the Middle East since the Palestinian diaspora of 1948.

In 1960s Russia, a Baptist pastor is imprisoned in a labor camp in Siberia for possessing a forbidden book. He faces religious persecution and harsh conditions, but his faith remains strong. As he endures the winter cold and the oppressive regime, he starts a prison ministry and converts fellow prisoners to Christianity. Despite the constant threat, he finds solace in prayer and holy communion.

The Printing is a family film produced by Unusual Films that tells the story of faithful Christians that continue printing and smuggling Bibles even when they know they are being hunted down by the Soviet Russian government.