This is it if you’re looking for a list of Christian movies on Amazon Prime. We’ve done the hard work for you and compiled a list of some of the best faith-based films available through the streaming service.
The following titles are all available to stream right now–and they’re all worth watching!
I Can Only Imagine
I Can Only Imagine a 2018 biographical drama film about Bart Millard, lead singer of Christian rock band MercyMe. The movie focuses on his relationship with his father, Arthur Millard (Dennis Quaid), an abusive alcoholic, and how he came to know God through music.
The movie received mixed reviews from critics but was praised by faith-based audiences for its portrayal of Christianity in a positive light. It has been nominated for two Golden Globe Awards and won several awards at various film festivals, including Best Feature Film at the Dove Awards 2019, where it also won Best Song (“I Can Only Imagine”).
Courageous
Courageous is a Christian movie about four fathers trying to be good role models for their sons. They have problems with drugs, alcohol, and other things that can get in the way of being good fathers.
The main characters are police officers who try to do what’s right, even if it means risking their lives. They also try to help others by mentoring young people who need guidance in life.
Courageous received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike, earning an 80% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 26 reviews with an average score of 6/10; the site’s consensus reads: “Courageous has its heart in the right place but suffers from an overly simplistic message.”
On a Wing and a Prayer
On a Wing and a Prayer is a classic World War II film that tells the true story of the crew of the B-17 Flying Fortress bomber “Yankee Doodle.” The film was nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Actor in a Supporting Role (David Niven) and Best Music Score of a Dramatic or Comedy Picture.
On a Wing and a Prayer follows three pilots who must overcome their fears and enemy fire to complete their mission. It’s worth watching because it shows how faith can help us overcome our most significant challenges–and even save lives!
God’s Not Dead
God’s Not Dead is a Christian movie about a college student who has to defend his faith in a philosophy class. The film was released in 2014 and stars Shane Harper as Josh Wheaton, Kevin Sorbo as Professor Radisson, and David A.R. White as Pastor Dave. The movie received mixed reviews from critics but was praised by many Christians for its message of standing up for what you believe in no matter what others say or think.
The movie has an IMDB rating of 7/10 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 56%. It also won several awards, including Best Movie at the 2014 Movieguide Awards and Best Drama Feature Film at the 2015 International Christian Visual Media Awards.
The Case for Christ
The Case for Christ is a biographical drama that follows the story of Lee Strobel (Mike Vogel), an atheist and award-winning journalist who begins questioning his faith after meeting with his wife’s (Erika Christensen) Christian friends. When he decides to investigate Christianity, he interviews some of its most prominent scholars and preachers to discover if Jesus rose from the dead. The movie received mixed reviews from critics but was praised by viewers who enjoyed its storyline and acting performances.
The movie currently has an IMDb rating of 7/10 stars based on over 1 million votes from users across the globe.
Conclusion
So, there you have it. The five best Christian movies on Amazon Prime.
If you’re looking for something uplifting and inspiring, these films are worth checking out!
Additional Resources
If you’re interested in learning more about the Christian film industry, check out the following blog posts:
- 5 Must-Watch Christian Movies on Amazon Prime (this one!)
- The Best Christian Movies of 2018
- The Best Christian Movies of All
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