Question 1

What surprising religious background does the actor playing Jesus have?

Accepted Answer

Jeremy Sisto, who plays Jesus, is actually a practicing Buddhist due to his father, though he grew up having Roman Catholic faith.

Question 2

How did Gary Oldman end up playing Pontius Pilate instead of another role?

Accepted Answer

Gary Oldman was initially offered the role of the male Satan but turned it down, then asked for a different role which turned out to be Pontius Pilate.

Question 3

What criticism did evangelist John MacArthur have about this film's crucifixion scene?

Accepted Answer

John MacArthur criticized the lack of authenticity, noting a Jew from the crowd (not dressed as a Roman) nails Jesus to the cross, similar to issues in 'Jesus of Nazareth'.

Question 4

How old was Jeremy Sisto when he portrayed Jesus at different ages?

Accepted Answer

Jeremy Sisto was twenty-five years old when he performed both the thirty and thirty-three-year-old Jesus.

Question 5

When did this mini-series premiere in Europe versus the United States?

Accepted Answer

The mini-series premiered on European television in the Fall of 1999 but didn't air in the United States until April-May 2000.

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