Several faith-based films are available for Christian audiences to enjoy this fall. Offerings abound this season, and movie lovers can enjoy everything from a story about a rock star to one about a saint to a film about American freedom.

In recent years, Americans’ appetite for faith-based content has grown. For example, the film “I Can Only Imagine,” based on the life story of Christian singer Bart Millard, brought in $17.1 million domestically during its opening weekend in 2018 and over $83 million overall, exceeding expectations.

Although some thought the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns might stifle these films’ interest and success, audiences moved from movie theater seats to streaming services. Now theaters are back in full swing, and so is the amount of Christian content available. Here are some of the faith-based films hitting theaters this fall.

‘To Die For’

Actor John Schneider stars in To Die For,” which will be available on DVD and streaming at CineflixDOD this month. The original film is being promoted as a passion project for Schneider, where he puts it all on the line for America. As the writer and director, Schneider takes a stand for patriotism and the American flag as he frequently does on social media. In a statement, Schneider shared, “We made this movie with a crew of under 10 people over the last 10 months because we had to. The madness has gotten to the point where something must be done. All great movements and reclamations begin with a single thought and a God-given means of expression. This is mine.” To learn more about ‘To Die For,’ click here.

‘Paul’s Promise’

The theatrical release “Paul’s Promise” will open in over 200 markets this month.  The biopic is described as a film of “hope, faith and racial reconciliation.” Featuring a star-studded cast, including Linda Purl, Nancy Stafford, Ryan O’Quinn, Shari Rigby, Josef Cannon and Dean Cain.

Set during the height of the 1960s civil rights movement, “Paul’s Promise” (Damascus Road Productions, Uptone Pictures and SaltShaker Media) is about a formerly racist firefighter-turned-pastor named Paul Holderfield Sr. The film chronicles Holderfield’s impoverished upbringing, nights he went to bed hungry and listened to his mother pray for food for her children. The Home Entertainment release of the film will be available on Dec. 6.

‘First Responders’

Releasing just before First Responders Day, “First Responders” gives viewers a look inside the struggles faced by local heroes. The drama, written and produced by Rick Eldridge, stars “War Room” star Cameron Arnett, along with Chris Nelson, Karen Boles and Mari White. The film is an inspiring story that celebrates the vitality of marriage and the bonds of friendship that help firefighters, police officers and EMTs through the daily challenges they face.

‘I Can’t Breathe’

“I Can’t Breathe” tells the story of Tom Laresca, a white man who went for a walk in 1998 in his suburban neighborhood in Boca Raton, Florida, that changed his life forever. The incident that nearly caused Laresca to lose his life is now the subject of the new movie, “I Can’t Breathe (God Forgive Them),” starring Kevin Sorbo. Currently streaming on Amazon, the film shows how Laresca nearly lost his life while being assaulted and humiliated steps away from his house. An article on JC Films reads, “The purpose of the film is to challenge those living in despair to seek God’s purpose in it. Satan would have you believe it is a stumbling block. God wants you to know it is a stepping stone.”

‘Nothing is Impossible’

“Nothing Is Impossible” is a Pure Flix film streaming for faith audiences. The film stars David A.R. White (“God’s Not Dead’), Scott Beck (“Love on the Rock”), Nadia Bjorlin, Ryan Aikens (“Days of Our Lives”), Coach Russell Banks (“The Blacklist”) and others.

As shared in the synopsis, the film takes viewers on “a journey of transformation as Scott Beck gets a second chance at life and love.” “Nothing Is Impossible” answers the question, “Can he let go of past pains and open himself to God’s purpose? Or will new challenges keep him from the future he always hoped for?” ‘Nothing is Impossible’ is currently streaming on PureFlix.

Mother Teresa: No Greater Love

“Mother Teresa: No Greater Love,” which premiered earlier this month, is now heading to theaters again by popular demand. The film explores the impact the nun who felt called to Calcutta made throughout five continents. Hoping to reveal the heart behind Mother Teresa, “No Greater Love” gave viewers access to institutional archives and the apostolates of the Missionaries of Charity and shows how she has influenced Missionaries of Charity today.

The film also highlights Mother Teresa’s admitted periods of spiritual darkness while she was out on the mission field serving the poor. Another thing seen in the movie is her friendship with Pope John Paul II. For more information, click here.

‘Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon’

The Erwin Brothers are releasing a documentary about the faith journey of legendary musician Johnny Cash, “Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon.” This film sheds light on the music legend’s stardom, his depths of addiction and how he looked to the saving grace of Jesus for redemption. The Erwin brothers documentary is based on a book by the same title from Pastor Greg Laurie. Featured in the film are never-before-heard interviews of Cash sharing his Christian faith. “The Redemption of an American Icon” will have a three-day limited release beginning Dec. 5, 2022.

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