6 family-friendly movies to watch at home this Christmas
2. 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever'
Now available on PEST & PVOD, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" stars Judy Greer, Pete Holmes, Lauren Graham and several of “The Chosen” cast and was one of the top-rated family films this year.
The film, directed by Dallas Jenkins — creator of "The Chosen" series — and adapted from Barbara Robinson's beloved 1971 novel, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever tells the story of the Herdman children, a group of unruly siblings notorious for their mischief, who inadvertently end up in the lead roles of a church Christmas pageant. As they wreak havoc on the holiday production, the unlikely stars teach the community an unforgettable lesson on the spirit of Christmas.
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As a holiday film with a focus on faith and community, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” taps into a growing appetite for family-friendly, faith-centered stories in mainstream cinema.
Jenkins told CP he decided to make the film after reading the story with his children and being struck by the book’s portrayal of the Nativity story as “a clear Jesus message,” yet with mainstream charm.
“When I read the line about everything at church being about Jesus, I cried,” Jenkins said. “I knew right then that I wanted to make this film.”
Leah M. Klett is a reporter for The Christian Post. She can be reached at: leah.klett@christianpost.com
