The BEST episodes of Jesus of Nazareth season 1
Every episode of Jesus of Nazareth season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Jesus of Nazareth season 1!
Jesus of Nazareth is a 1977 Anglo-Italian television miniseries dramatizing the birth, life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus based on the accounts in the four New Testament Gospels. A reverent and beautiful retelling of the biblical tale with an all-star cast, winning Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Drama (1977-78) and for James Farentino as Best Supporting Actor in a Drama.
#1 - Part Four
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/10/1977
The drama concludes with powerful scenes of Christ's condemnation, His agony on the cross and the Resurrection.
#2 - Part Three
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/10/1977
Judas implores Zerah to let Jesus appear before the Sanhedrin in Jerusalem, where "He will be handed over to the unbelievers."
#3 - Part Two
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/27/1977
Christ's teachings and miracles bring Him new followers and John the Baptist is imprisoned by Herod Antipas.
#4 - Part One
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/27/1977
The life of Christ is chronicled in this 1977 TV-biography directed by Franco Zeffirelli, who imbues the drama with sensitivity and reverence.