Mary on Netflix: Release date, trailer, cast, and everything we know so far 

Mary is set to release on Netflix on December 6, 2024. The film will retell the story of Christ's birth through the Virgin's eyes, just before Christmas. The political thriller is written by Timothy Michael Hayes and directed by D.J. Caruso.

The producers of this upcoming Netflix project include Gillan Hormel, Hannah Leader, Joshua Harris, and Mary Aloe. Miles Neiman, Jennifer Eriksson, and Armory Leader are serving as the executive producers. Gavin Struthers is in charge of the film's cinematography, while Tim Williams handles the music.

Netflix's Mary stars Noa Cohen, Anthony Hopkins, and Ido Tako in lead roles, among others.

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Mary on Netflix: Everything we know so far

On November 12, 2024, Netflix shared the trailer for the film via their YouTube channel. Since then, viewers have responded favorably, eager to see the birth of Christ on their screens just before Christmas.

The trailer, which lasts two minutes and twenty seconds, features the Virgin with her father, who describes her pregnancy as a miracle since she has been selected to bear the son of God, the Savior, Jesus Christ.

On the other hand, King Herod views the coming of Christ not as a blessing but as a threat. He does not accept the biblical promise that the Messiah would arrive soon to cleanse humanity of its sins. In a moment of anger in the trailer, Herod exclaims:

"What need have we of a Messiah ?

The trailer also shows Herod seeing visions of Christ being crucified, with nails driven into his hands.

A still from the trailer (Image via Netflix)

Additionally, the teaser depicts Angel Gabriel approaching the Virgin in her dream and informing her that she will have a son, which she believes is impossible. However, the archangel reassures her, saying:

"All things are possible."

Many believe that the Mother of God must have slept with someone and that the kid (she claims to be God's child) must therefore be murdered. However, Joseph stands by Mary and believes in her despite the mystery surrounding her pregnancy. However, due to the King's refusal to accept the miracle, Mary and Joseph are forced to hide until the Savior's birth, as Herod intends to kill the Savior before he is born.

Mary will have a runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes and will be available on Netflix starting December 6, 2024. Audiences interested in watching this film will need a basic Netflix subscription, which costs $6.99/month.

The synopsis of the film as per Netflix reads:

"A miraculous conception. A merciless king. A murderous pursuit. Mary's journey to give birth to Jesus unfolds in this biblical coming-of-age epic."

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Who stars in this film?

Noa Cohen stars as the Virgin Mary in this film. Cohen has previously appeared in movies and shows such as Silent Game (2022), My Sister Skipped a Grade (2018), and 8200 (2024). Alongside Cohen, Ido Tako plays the role of Mary’s husband, Joseph. Tako has previously been part of movies and shows like The Vanishing Soldier (2023), Sky (2021-2023), and Youthful Grace (2024).

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Other cast and characters

• Anthony Hopkins as King Herod
• Dudley O’Shaughnessy as Archangel Gabriel
• Lina Sophia as Rachel
• Jade Croot as Sarah
• Keren Tzur as Elizabeth
• Kelsie Lewis as Leah
• Tarrick Benham as Jonathan
• Soufiane El Khalidy as Frustrated Pilgrim
• Jay Willick as King Melchior
• Hilla Vedor as Anne
• Stephanie Nur as Salome
• Gudmundur Thorvaldsson as Marcellus
• Ori Pfeffer as Joachim
• Milo Djurovic as Malachi
• Mila Harris as Young Mary
• Moumouni Seydou as King Balthasar
• Saikat Ahamed as King Casper
• Miguel Ángel Alarcón as Fisherman
• David Gant as Simeon
• Chelkhaoui Chahine as Young Noam
• Christopher Evangelou as Captain Fiore
• Brahim Rachiki as Wedding Priest
• Mustapha Makhada as Muscular Priest
• Tarik Rmili as Surly Carpenter
• Mehmet Kurtulus as Bava Ben Buta
• Mahdi Chalkhaoui as Noam
• Sami Ahedda as Asher
• Eamon Farren as Satan
• Allon Sylvain as Zechariah
• Nada El Belkasmi as Temple Nurse
• Sami Fekkak as Alexander
• Brice Bexter as Aristobulus IV
• Natasha Duran as Fisherman's Wife
• Mili Avital as Mariamne
• Susan Brown as Anna the Prophetess
• Ben Affan as Eleazar
• Jaouhar Ben Ayed as Shepherd
• Charley Boon as Lev
• Angie Staten as Salome's Handmaid
• Marie-Batoul Prenant as Young Joseph's Mother
• Salim Benmoussa as High Priest Aristobulus
• Said el Hamdi as Head Soldier
• Zak Robertson as Eitan
• Aïssam Bouali as Bald Priest
• Kamal Moummad as Vihaan

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