Lionsgate re-releases Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ in theaters ahead of 2027 sequel
Lionsgate brought a remastered re-release of Mel Gibson's 2004 film The Passion of the Christ to theaters nationwide from September 10 through September 17, 2026. The re-release includes an exclusive behind-the-scenes preview of the upcoming two-part sequel, The Resurrection of the Christ, with Part One set for release on May 6, 2027 and Part Two on May 25, 2028.
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Breitbart
Lionsgate Brings Mel Gibson's Blockbuster Biblical Epic 'Passion of the Christ' Back to Theaters
celebratory re-release enshrining a classic · positive
Washington Times
Mel Gibson's 'Passion of the Christ' returns to theaters ahead of 2027 sequel
sequel-building remastered re-release · neutral
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Breitbart frames the re-release as enshrining the blockbuster in cinematic history, while the Washington Times emphasizes it as a launchpad for the long-delayed sequel with technical remastering details.
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“Lionsgate Brings Mel Gibson's Blockbuster Biblical Epic 'Passion of the Christ' Back to Theaters”
“Mel Gibson's 'Passion of the Christ' returns to theaters ahead of 2027 sequel”
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The sequel Part Two is set for release on May 25, 2028
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