Charles Dickens tells his young son Walter the greatest story ever told, and what begins as a bedtime tale becomes a life-changing journey. Through vivid imagination, the boy walks alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, facing His trials, and understanding His ultimate sacrifice.

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Cast

Oscar Isaac

Jesus Christ (voice)

Kenneth Branagh

Charles Dickens (voice)

Uma Thurman

Catherine Dickens (voice)

Pierce Brosnan

Pontius Pilate (voice)

Roman Griffin Davis

Walter Dickens (voice)

Forest Whitaker

Peter (voice)

Ben Kingsley

High Priest Caiaphas (voice)

Mark Hamill

King Herod (voice)

Ava Sanger

Mary Dickens (voice)

Jim Cummings

James the Greater / Pharisee Hillel (voice)

Oscar Isaac — Jesus Christ (voice)

Óscar Isaac Hernández Estrada (born March 9, 1979) is an American actor. Recognized for his versatility, he has been credited with breaking stereotypes about Latino characters in Hollywood. He was named the best actor of his generation by Vanity Fair in 2017 and one of the 25 greatest actors of the 21st century by The New York Times in 2020. His accolades include a Golden Globe Award and a nominat

Kenneth Branagh — Charles Dickens (voice)

Sir Kenneth Charles Branagh (born 10 December 1960) is a British actor and filmmaker. Born in Belfast and raised primarily in Reading, Berkshire, Branagh trained at RADA in London and served as its president from 2015 to 2024. His accolades include an Academy Award, four BAFTAs, two Emmy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and an Olivier Award. He was appointed a Knight Bachelor in 2012 and was given Fr

Uma Thurman — Catherine Dickens (voice)

Uma Karuna Thurman is an American actress, writer, producer and model. She has acted in a variety of films, from romantic comedies and dramas to science fiction and action films. Following her appearances on the December 1985 and May 1986 covers of British Vogue, Thurman's breakthrough role was Dangerous Liaisons (1988) in which she starred. She rose to international prominence with her role as Mi