Top 5 Christian Movies to Watch on Netflix
Need help deciding which movies to add to your watch list? Look no further than these five family-friendly picks all about the strength and power of faith!
Full Count
Rating: 4/5
Review: Star baseball player Milton Young returns home from college following a tragic death. He is forced to take over the family farm and restart the life he tried leaving. Presented with challenges, Young’s faith is put to the ultimate test.
What we love about it: “Full Count” tells a beautiful story of perseverance and holding onto dreams
The Young Messiah
Rating: 4.5/5
Review: “The Young Messiah” tells the story of Jesus traveling from Egypt to Nazareth and his growth of his religious identity. A perfect family movie to help educate children on the story of Jesus. Based on an Anne Rice novel rather than scripture, “The Young Messiah” helps Jesus’s journey become visualized.
What we love about it: “The Young Messiah” helps bring Jesus’s story to life for all ages
Greater
Rating: 4.5/5
Review: Based on the true story of Brandon Burlsworth, a college football player drafted into the NFL, “Greater” tells the story of courage, determination, and faith. Brandon’s brother struggles with understanding the loss of his brother just as his professional football career was starting. The story rewinds to tell the triumphs of Brandon’s football career, as well as his character on and off the field.
What we love about it: “Greater” reminds us of the importance of character in God determining our worth
A Week Away
Rating: 4/5
Review: Featuring music from popular Christian artists like For King & Country and Michael W. Smith, “A Week Away” tells the story of a troubled teen sent to church camp to fix his bad behavior. While away at camp, he finds himself and grows close to role models as he grows into a better version of himself.
What we love about it: A modern twist on Christian music and a great reminder of the joy Christian community brings about
Freshman Year
Rating: 3.8/5
Review: Nominee for Best Narrative Film by Christian Media Association Film Contest, “Freshman Year” tells the story of a preacher's son and basketball player’s first year of college. As he is exposed to new experiences and temptations, his faith is tested like never before.
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What we love about it: Reminds us that struggles are inevitable when challenged, but not insurmountable