Black Jesus (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1968, Black Jesus is a drama film directed by Valerio Zurlini, running about 89 minutes. “He who ain't with me--is AGAINST me.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A thinly-disguised biography of African leader Patrice Lumumba, here called Lalubi. Lalubi, a Christ-like leader determined to save his people, by passive resistance, from the dictatorial regime propped up by European colonialists, is imprisoned and tortured, along with a thief who comes to a greater understanding through his contact with Lalubi.
Who’s in it. Black Jesus stars Woody Strode as Maurice Lalubi, Franco Citti as Oreste, Jean Servais as Commander and Pier Paolo Capponi as Officer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Black Jesus has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Jesus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Jesus tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Jesus (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Jesus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Jesus worth watching?
- Black Jesus holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Jesus?
- Black Jesus stars Woody Strode, Franco Citti, Jean Servais, Pier Paolo Capponi and Stephen Forsyth.
- When was Black Jesus released?
- Black Jesus was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.