Everything you need to know about Tyler Perry’s ‘The Gospel of Christmas’
Christmas is still far away, but Tyler Perry’s Netflix holiday gift, The Gospel of Christmas, is not.
Just in time for the festive season, Perry is bringing a power-packed movie about a preacher and his wife who travel to New York City after being tasked with rebuilding a dilapidated church in a rough neighbourhood. But the restoration is no cakewalk.
Joining the November lineup, the upcoming holiday movie is written and directed by Perry, who also produces alongside Angi Bones and Tony L Strickland.
As for the rest of the details, here’s a comprehensive guide to everything known so far about Tyler Perry’s The Gospel of Christmas.
What is the plot?
Tyler Perry’s holiday movie, The Gospel of Christmas, centres on struggling pastor Isaac, who inherits his family’s failing church in a broken New York neighbourhood, where he must confront scepticism, temptation, and a ruthless adversary to restore the former glory of the palace of faith while reinstating his own belief and power to save his church, family, and his community.
“The vision for The Gospel of Christmas started with me listening to the songs that inspired me, that got me through some really, really rough times,” Tyler Perry told Tudum. “It was really important for me to have some of the most incredible gospel artists there are on the planet be a part of helping me tell the story.”
Who is in the cast?
Tyler Perry’s forthcoming movie, The Gospel of Christmas, has a star-studded ensemble of vocalists and gospel legends. Tank portrays Isaac, and Fantasia Barrino plays Rebecca in the holiday film.
Fred Hammond as Abraham, Ann Nesby as Sarah, Pastor Shirley Caesar as May, Hezekiah Walker as Matthew, Jacky Clark Chisholm as Bella, Twinkie Clark as Aunt Susan, Dorinda Clark as Aunt Pearl, Karen Clark Sheard as Aunt Lynn, Ricco Ross as Mr Ehtmai Lived, Chante Moore as Juanita Sherman, Yolanda Adams as Gloria, CeCe Winans as Mrs Johnson and Vanessa Bell Armstrong as a choir member round out the cast.
Is there a trailer?
While Netflix has yet to release an official trailer for The Gospel of Christmas, several first-look photos have surfaced. Also, the streaming giant just released an early sneak peek to every holiday entry, and fans can check it out below!
When does Tyler Perry’s The Gospel of Christmas release on Netflix?
The best part? Fans won’t have to wait until Christmas for The Gospel of Christmas to hit Netflix shelves, as it arrives on November 11th. Save the date!