The Bible : Season 1

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The Bible

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History | The History Channel | History Channel | Season Premiere Date: March 3, 2013

Starring: Keith David, Paul Freeman, Clive Wood

Summary: The 10-hour miniseries retells the stories of Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Jesus (Diogo Morgado).

Creator: Mark Burnett

Genre(s): Drama, Movie/Mini-Series, Documentary

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E10. Courage
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S1:E9. Passion
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S1:E8. Betrayal
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Brian Lowry

Feb 28, 2013

Told with great earnestness and a Hans Zimmer score, The Bible hits only a few conspicuously awkward notes. Read full review

Linda Stasi

Mar 4, 2013

Much of this is tediously drawn out, with crazy fly-overs between Biblical Chapters that may make you think it’s “Survivor: Holy Lands,” which, of course, it is.... Things really pick up when Jesus shows up. Read full review

Rob Owen

Feb 28, 2013

It often plays more like an action film than a serious interpretation of a holy book. Read full review

Gail Pennington

Mar 4, 2013

I suspect that viewers who know the Bible well will be annoyed by "The Bible," while those who are casual students will be alternately mildly entertained and fairly bored. People with no religious beliefs probably won't watch anyway, but if they do, they could wind up confused or amused. Read full review

Sarah Rodman

Feb 28, 2013

As is, The Bible sometimes feels too facile, like a colorful Sunday school pop-up book come to life, albeit one with much more graphic violence (which some parents might want to preview before sharing with their kids). Read full review

Robert Lloyd

Mar 4, 2013

The Bible according to Burnett and Downey is a handsome and generally expensive-looking production, but it is also flat and often tedious, even when it tends to the hysterical, and as hard as the Hans Zimmer soundtrack strains to keep you on the edge of your sofa. Read full review

Glenn Garvin

Mar 4, 2013

With the pace of a music video, the characterizations of a comic book and the political-correctness quotient of a Berkeley vegetarian commune this production makes Cecil B. DeMille look like a sober theologian. Read full review

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Ivysaur

Mar 11, 2013

First tv show I've been hooked on since 24! Given the subject I'm surprised the reviews are this good. Each story is sticking with me in an unexplainable way. These are classics that will still be watched long after higher rated shows are forgotten. It speaks the truth plainly. We wouldn'tFirst tv show I've been hooked on since 24! Given the subject I'm surprised the reviews are this good. Each story is sticking with me in an unexplainable way. These are classics that will still be watched long after higher rated shows are forgotten. It speaks the truth plainly. We wouldn't know of this story if Christ had not rose from the dead. Israel would not be here if the world had its way today or throughout history. The film has never been more relevant.… Expand

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luizlmf

Mar 28, 2013

Very well written screenplay, leaving the bulk of the scriptures. One of the best reproductions of the most important book for humanity. The editing is brilliant making the show very dynamic. Everything contributes to want to know more about all these fantastic stories. I recommend.

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skyrimbestgame

Mar 25, 2013

This show is very impressive. Its production values are high, its cast dedicated and talented, and its musical score composed by none other than Hans Zimmer is a true masterpiece. Strong conematography and powerful performances make this a worthy attempt to capture the spirit of the greatestThis show is very impressive. Its production values are high, its cast dedicated and talented, and its musical score composed by none other than Hans Zimmer is a true masterpiece. Strong conematography and powerful performances make this a worthy attempt to capture the spirit of the greatest story ever told. Haters will hate, especially after that little controversy regarding Satan being portrayed so *ahem* accurately, but the show's historic ratings speak for themselves. Peace.… Expand

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wrongwestern

Mar 25, 2013

I really wanted to be into it, but the whole story line was just way too unbelievable. It took me out of it.

4 of 10 users found this helpful46

ChipVickio

Mar 26, 2013

Oh I have an idea! let's take some Bible characters and Bible stories and make up our own versions of them! Let's change it up a bit. I think we can improve on some of the characters and stories. People won't know the difference anyway. We can make a really popular TV show, have some niceOh I have an idea! let's take some Bible characters and Bible stories and make up our own versions of them! Let's change it up a bit. I think we can improve on some of the characters and stories. People won't know the difference anyway. We can make a really popular TV show, have some nice music in the background, and some really good special effects, and people will love it. I review Episode 4 in my blog. (www.chipvickio.blogspot.com)… Expand

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shellview

Mar 9, 2013

When Noah is telling the Book of Genesis to his family I knew this would not be good....and it isn't. Everyone has a different accent....even Scottish. Cringe worthy.

5 of 8 users found this helpful53

fussbox

Mar 25, 2013

If you're going to do a story about Jesus Christ, get it right! Last night episode was TERRIBLE...there was so many incorrect scenes and storylines....if a person wasn't familiar with the account about Jesus, last night wouldn't have helped in any way, poorly written, acted and protrayedIf you're going to do a story about Jesus Christ, get it right! Last night episode was TERRIBLE...there was so many incorrect scenes and storylines....if a person wasn't familiar with the account about Jesus, last night wouldn't have helped in any way, poorly written, acted and protrayed the so-called consultants that they used should have known better to agree to such inconsistencies and it goes to show you that a lot of people who produced this movie know NOTHING about Jesus and the Gospel accounts Big Disappointment!… Expand

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Series Overview
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: March 3, 2013
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  S1:E10. Courage
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  S1:E9. Passion
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  S1:E8. Betrayal
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  S1:E7. Mission
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  S1:E6. Hope
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  S1:E5. Survival
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  S1:E4. Kingdom
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  S1:E3. Homeland
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  S1:E2. Exodus
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  S1:E1. Beginnings
  Air Date: March 3, 2013