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The Good Samaritan (1989)

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The Good Samaritan tells the most touching parable that Jesus ever taught. The story begins with the lawyer’s trick question, “What is the greatest commandment?” As Jesus answers with the story of the robbers, the Rabbi, the Levite and the wounded traveler becomes real. Imagine the traveler’s emotion as his own countrymen pass by while his enemy, a Samaritan, stops to help him. Jesus teaches us to love and serve one another no matter how we differ.

Release Date
June 1, 1989
Runtime
0h 30m
Rating
7.0/10 (2 votes)

Director: Richard Rich

Cast: Ivan Crosland, Michael McGlone, Tamara Fowler, Lisa Michelson, David Jensen, Stephen Cracroft, Jayne Luke, David Spencer

Collection: Animated Stories from the New Testament Collection

Production: NEST Family Entertainment, Animated Bible Stories, Rich Animation Studios
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Full Cast (18 people)

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The Good Samaritan

The Good Samaritan

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30 min

The Good Samaritan tells the most touching parable that Jesus ever taught. The story begins with the lawyer’s trick question, “What is the greatest commandment?” As Jesus answers with the story of the robbers, the Rabbi, the Levite and the wounded traveler becomes real. Imagine the traveler’s emotion as his own countrymen pass by while his enemy, a Samaritan, stops to help him. Jesus teaches us to love and serve one another no matter how we differ.

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StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date6/1/1989
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Cast

Ivan Crosland

as Jesus (voice)

Michael McGlone

as Nadab (voice)

Tamara Fowler

as Delaia (voice)

Lisa Michelson

as Josh (voice)

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David Jensen

as The Levite (voice)

Stephen Cracroft

as Man (voice)

Jayne Luke

as Hanna (voice)

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David Spencer

as Lawyer (voice)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Good Samaritan about?

The Good Samaritan tells the most touching parable that Jesus ever taught. The story begins with the lawyer’s trick question, “What is the greatest commandment?” As Jesus answers with the story of the…

How long is The Good Samaritan?

30m

When was The Good Samaritan released?

June 1, 1989

Who directed The Good Samaritan?

Richard Rich

Who stars in The Good Samaritan?

Ivan Crosland, Michael McGlone, Tamara Fowler

What genre is The Good Samaritan?

Family, Animation, Drama

What is The Good Samaritan rated?

G