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A young Liam Neeson plays Jesus in a 70s Christian fever dream. Yes, really.
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Pilgrim's Progress (1978)

Sunday school on acidPsychedelic morality playLow-budget epic

Overview

AdventureDrama

Journey with Pilgrim to the Celestial City, as John Bunyan's famous allegory leaps from its pages into movie from. You'll experience the Slough of Despond, the Hill of Difficulty, Vanity Fair; Meet Pliable, Mr. Obstinate, Worldly Wiseman, Evangelist, Mr. Interpreter, and Pilgrim's constant foe, Apollyon. Follow Pilgrim to the Cross, where he finds real sanctification. A powerful visualization of the Christian life.

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Faith and doubtTemptation and redemptionThe burden of beliefSpiritual warfare

Standout Aspects

Acting

Liam Neeson plays FOUR roles including Jesus. Career choices were made.

Practical Effects

Apollyon is a man in a dragon suit fighting in a real pond.

Production

Shot in Ireland with a budget of approximately $37 and pure conviction.

Best for:Solo: Late-night existential crisis? This'll either help or deepen it.·Friends: Irony-forward group watch with snacks and theological debate.·Background: Weird ambient Christianity for your next crafting session.
Heads up:Disturbing: Apollyon battle is genuinely nightmare fuel for children (and adults).
Ken Anderson

Director

Ken Anderson

ReleasedApr 5, 1978
Runtime1h 12m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feelmedium
Ken Anderson Films

Top Cast

Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson

Evangelist / Mr. Goodwill / Mr. Interpreter / Jesus Christ

Stella McCusker

Stella McCusker

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

This was Liam Neeson's first film role at age 26, five years before his breakthrough in Excalibur.

Cultural

Ken Anderson produced this through his ministry after decades of Christian media; the film became a VHS staple in evangelical households throughout the 1980s.

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