Goodbye to ‘The Passion of the Christ 2’: Mel Gibson confirms the final title of the film, which aims for historical accuracy
Mel Gibson revealed key new details about the sequel to The Passion of the Christ on Joe Rogan’s podcast, which is expected to hit theaters in 2026.
The sequel to The Passion of the Christ is officially happening and is currently in pre-production. This highly anticipated film will see Mel Gibson return as director and writer, with Jim Caviezel reprising his role as Jesus of Nazareth. In a recent interview, Gibson confirmed that the official title is no longer The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection, but rather The Resurrection of the Christ. He also emphasized his collaboration with historians to ensure this cinematic depiction is as historically accurate as possible.
‘The Resurrection of the Christ’ aims for historical and biblical accuracy
In episode #2254 of Joe Rogan’s podcast, Mel Gibson joined the discussion to share insights into his upcoming projects, including this sequel to the groundbreaking 2004 film starring Jim Caviezel. The original movie chronicled the final days of Jesus Christ’s life. Gibson revealed that the new film’s definitive title, The Resurrection of the Christ, replaces working titles such as The Passion of the Christ 2 and The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection.
Beyond clarifying the title, Gibson also shared significant details about the film’s production, which is set to begin filming in early 2025. The most striking revelation was his painstaking work on the screenplay, which took over six years to complete alongside his brother and Randall Wallace. Learning from past critiques of The Passion of the Christ for historical inaccuracies, Gibson worked closely with theologians and experts to create a story as faithful as possible to biblical accounts.
“It’s the story of the Resurrection,” Gibson explained during the interview. “It’s a nonlinear story. It took my brother, Randall Wallace, and me about six or seven years to finish the script. We’ve worked with historians. All the apostles died, but nobody dies for a lie; they die for the truth. I wanted to show that. Who rose three days after being killed in public? Certainly not Buddha,” he concluded.
A 2026 release window and sky-high expectations
While The Resurrection of the Christ does not yet have a specific release date, it’s expected to premiere sometime in 2026, assuming the production schedule remains on track. Considering the film’s controversial subject matter and high-profile status, it’s likely to become one of the most discussed movies of the coming years.
The impact of The Passion of the Christ and what’s next for its sequel
Released in 2004, The Passion of the Christ became both a box office juggernaut and a cultural phenomenon, grossing over $600 million worldwide. It sparked heated debates over its narrative and historical accuracy, as well as its graphic depiction of Christ’s suffering.
However, it also faced criticism from theological and historical experts for numerous inaccuracies in its portrayal of events and biblical characters. With The Resurrection of the Christ, Gibson aims to not only continue the story of Jesus of Nazareth but also address these critiques. By collaborating with historians and theologians, he hopes to create a film that remains true to both the Bible and historical context.
Gibson’s dual goal is to enrich the film’s narrative while offering an accessible yet historically grounded spiritual experience for audiences. Focusing on the days following the crucifixion, the sequel promises to be less graphic than its predecessor, while delivering an epic portrayal of the transformative impact of the Resurrection on the apostles and the history of Christianity.
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