5 Christian Films of 2026


I’ve been neglecting my movie viewers and for that am apologizing. Working on a movie script and wrapping up my next book! Got a lot going on. So here are the top 5 Christian Films of 2026. To all of my movie watchers… Hope you find something inspiring and uplifting. Blessings and Peace!

1. A Great Awakening

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, A GREAT AWAKENING tells the true story of an unlikely friendship that resulted in one of the most defining moments in American history.

With the colonies on the brink of collapse, the Reverend George Whitefield sparks the first Great Awakening, uniting an entire generation with his thundering proclamation of liberty in Christ. In a miraculous turn of events, one of Whitefield’s closest friends and greatest promoters becomes none other than Benjamin Franklin. With the nation’s freedom hanging in the balance, Franklin discovers true liberty cannot only be written into law – it must be awakened in the hearts of the people. At a neighborhood theatre near you. If you want to watch A Great Awakening at home, you’ll have to wait for the film to be available to buy or rent on digital platforms.

2. Soul On Fire

 A 2025 American biographical drama film about John O’Leary, a real-life St. Louis native who survived fire burns which covered his entire body. Based on a true story, in 1987, nine-year-old John was playing with matches and gasoline in his garage, mimicking older boys. Doctors gave him a 1% chance to live. He endured severe pain and was asked by his mother if he wanted to die or live; he chose to live. His recovery was supported by his family, community, and notable figures, including sports broadcaster Jack Buck, who encouraged him in the hospital. A massive explosion occurred, causing burns over 100% of his body. Due to third-degree burns, he lost all his fingers. He spent years hiding his scars, but eventually embraced his experience to become a, author of On Fire and a speaker, focusing on transforming pain into purpose. It was released on 2025 and is 1h 52m. Is rated PG. Can be seen on Amazon Prime, Google Play Movies from $5.99 and Netflix.

3. On A Wing And A Prayer

From a true story. On Easter Sunday 2009, Doug White, a 56-year-old pharmacist, his wife, and their two daughters return to Archibald, Louisiana, after attending a funeral for White’s brother. Less than 10 minutes after their King Air 200 private plane (registered N559DW but mainly using the abbreviated callsign “niner delta whisky”) takes off from Marco Island, Florida, the pilot dies of a heart attack. Fort Myers air traffic controllers and a flight instructor from Danbury, Connecticut, manage to teach Doug how to fly the plane and land it while the family, who attend a Church of Christ, pray for a miracle. It was released on 2023 and is 1hr 42m. I rated PG. Can be seen on Amazon Prime, Apple TV for $14.99, Fandango At Home for $14.99, Google Play Movies for $14.99, Roku, Tubi for Free, YouTube for Free, and YouTube with a Subscription.

4. David A Battle For The Soul Of A Kingdom

In BethlehemDavid is a young musician who tends his father Jesse‘s flock of sheep. After protecting the flock from an Asian lion, David is called before Prophet Samuel, who anoints him as the future King of Israel. Samuel leaves when palace guards arrive to retrieve David to play the lyre for King Saul. David soothes Saul, who has become troubled as God has rejected him as king. Saul is alerted when the Philistine army, led by King Achish, have arrived to battle the Israelite army. In the Valley of Elah, the Philistines bring forth their champion, Goliath, a nine-foot giant. Goliath taunts Saul, his son Jonathan, and the Israelites to summon a worthy challenger. Firm in his faith in God, David decides to challenge Goliath. David retrieves smooth stones from a nearby riverbank and challenges Goliath to a fight, in which he kills Goliath slinging a stone to his forehead. Inspired by David’s victory, the Israelites defeat the Philistine army. It was released in 2025 is 1h 49m. Is rated PG. Can be seen on Angel.com, Amazon Prime Video to rent or purchase, Apple TV & Fandango at Home for purchase.

5. Dot Conner: Webtective

Just before her first day of school, Internet sleuth Dot got a cryptic call from her father, claiming he didn’t have much time and needed her help. Since that call, he’s stopped responding to any of her texts.The distressing call eats at Dot as she tries to get through her first (not-so-good) day of school. But she also knows why her father would call her for help: She’s a webtective, someone who scours the Internet in search of leads to answer all of her questions. And when an anonymous account messages Dot one such lead, it isn’t long before she’s on the case.And as Dot, along with trusty friends Makayla and Alex, unravel this mystery, they’ll find both Scripture and danger alike connected to the adventure. It was released in 2025 and is 1h 25m and rated PG. Can be seen on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV from $4.99, Fandango at Home from $3.99, Google Play Movies from $3.99, Sling TV with subscription, The Roku Channel for free, Sling TV with subscription, Tubi for free, YouTube for free, and YouTube with subscription.

Here as some new movies that you’ll find interesting for family movie nights. Hope you enjoy. Thank you for your continued readership and support. Blessings and Peace!

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