At The Movies

God’s Not Dead (2014), PG, 1 hr 53 min (2014) Franchise: God’s Not Dead Franchise #: 1 (Chronological and release order) Tagline: What do you believe? Main Cast Shane Harper as Josh Wheaton Kevin Sorbo as Professor Jeff Radisson David A. R. White as Reverend Dave Hill Dean Cain as Mark Trisha LaFache as Amy Ryan Willie Robertson as Himself Korie Robertson as Herself Cory Oliver as Mina Paul Kwo as Martin Yip Benjamin A. Onyango as Reverend Jude Reviews  Synopsis A college freshman named Josh refuses to sign a paper saying "God is dead" in his philosophy class. Instead, he's challenged to prove God's existence in a series of debates before the entire class. As the debate escalates, others around campus and in Josh’s life are drawn into a larger question of belief, truth, and courage. Overview This film was a breakout success for Pure Flix and sparked a series of sequels. Its bold premise—faith versus academia—struck a chord with many Christians. While critics were har...

God’s Not Dead: A Light in Darkness (2018), PG, 1 hr 45 min Franchise: God’s Not Dead Franchise #: 3 (Chronological and release order) Tagline: Where will you stand when the world falls apart? Main Cast David A. R. White as Reverend Dave Hill John Corbett as Pearce Hill Shane Harper as Josh Wheaton (cameo) Jennifer Taylor as Meg Harvey Ted McGinley as Thomas Ellsworth Tatum O’Neal as Barbara Solomon Benjamin A. Onyango as Reverend Jude Gregory Alan Williams as Dean Cain (not reprising his previous role) Mike C. Manning as Adam Richertson Reviews  Synopsis After a tragic fire destroys St. James Church on a university campus, Reverend Dave finds himself at the center of controversy. As the school seeks to use the land for expansion, Dave must fight a legal and spiritual battle to save the church. Seeking help from his estranged brother, an atheist attorney, Dave must confront not only the system but his own pain and bitterness. Overview This third entry takes a more introspective an...

God’s Not Dead: We the People (2021), PG, 1 hr 32 min Franchise: God’s Not Dead Franchise #: 4 (Chronological and release order) Tagline: The fight for freedom begins. Main Cast David A. R. White as Reverend Dave Hill Isaiah Washington as Congressman Daryl Smith Antonio Sabato Jr. as Mike McKinnon Francesca Battistelli as Rebecca McKinnon William Forsythe as Robert Benson Jeanine Pirro as Herself Amanda Jaros as Jennifer Scott Paul Kwo as Martin Yip Benjamin A. Onyango as Reverend Jude Reviews  Synopsis When the government threatens to shut down a group of homeschooling families over curriculum compliance, Reverend Dave joins them on a trip to Washington, D.C., to defend their rights. What begins as a legal issue quickly grows into a national conversation about freedom, responsibility, and what it means to be a Christian citizen. Overview This installment shifts into political territory, focusing heavily on government regulation, parental rights, and Christian civic duty. It’s mor...

God’s Not Dead 2 (2016), PG, 2 hr 1 min Franchise: God’s Not Dead Franchise #: 2 (Chronological and release order) Tagline: He’s still alive. Main Cast Melissa Joan Hart as Grace Wesley Jesse Metcalfe as Tom Endler David A. R. White as Reverend Dave Hill Pat Boone as Walter Wesley Hayley Orrantia as Brooke Ray Wise as Peter Kane Ernie Hudson as Judge Stennis Sadie Robertson as Marlene Robin Givens as Principal Kinney Fred Dalton Thompson as Himself --- Reviews  Synopsis Grace Wesley, a high school history teacher, quotes Jesus during a classroom discussion. When a parent files a complaint, she’s taken to court, accused of violating the separation of church and state. With her job and reputation on the line, she’s defended by a reluctant young attorney as the case becomes a national news story. Overview This sequel expands the scope from college campuses to the courtroom. It highlights how public expressions of Christian belief can lead to real legal consequences in an increasingly...