Jesus (played by Ralph Fiennes) is a protagonist in The Miracle Maker.
The central figure, a carpenter and preacher who performs miracles, heals the sick, raises the dead, and is crucified but resurrected. Recognized by his followers as the Messiah and divine savior. God/ The Doctor (played by Michael Bryant) is a protagonist in The Miracle Maker.
A dual narrative framing device; the Doctor in Sepphoris acknowledges the incurable nature of Tamar's illness, while God represents the spiritual authority and divine will that guides Jesus throughout his ministry and passion. Rachel (played by Julie Christie) appears in The Miracle Maker.
Tamar's mother and Jairus's wife. A grieving mother whose faith is tested and rewarded when Jesus raises her daughter, subsequently joining Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem. Tamar (played by Rebecca Callard) appears in The Miracle Maker.
Jairus and Rachel's sick daughter. Her incurable illness drives the early plot, and her death and subsequent resurrection by Jesus serve as a pivotal miracle demonstrating his power and compassion. Thomas (played by James Frain) appears in The Miracle Maker.
One of Jesus's disciples. Initially skeptical of the resurrection reports, but ultimately convinced when Jesus appears to him personally, solidifying his faith. John The Baptist (played by Richard E. Grant) appears in The Miracle Maker.
The prophet who baptizes Jesus in the Jordan River, delivering the heavenly voice that affirms Jesus's mission. Later executed by King Herod, his death deeply affects Jesus. Jairus (played by William Hurt) appears in The Miracle Maker.
Tamar's father and a follower of Jesus. Defies religious authorities to seek Jesus's help for his dying daughter. Witnesses the resurrection, joins Jesus's journey to Jerusalem, and later witnesses the resurrected Christ. Pontius Pilate (played by Ian Holm) appears in The Miracle Maker.
The Roman governor who presides over Jesus's trial. Finds no legitimate case against him but yields to political blackmail and crowd pressure from the priests, ultimately condemning Jesus to crucifixion.
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Characters
Jesus
(played by Ralph Fiennes) — protagonist
The central figure, a carpenter and preacher who performs miracles, heals the sick, raises the dead, and is crucified but resurrected. Recognized by his followers as the Messiah and divine savior.
God/ The Doctor
(played by Michael Bryant) — protagonist
A dual narrative framing device; the Doctor in Sepphoris acknowledges the incurable nature of Tamar's illness, while God represents the spiritual authority and divine will that guides Jesus throughout...
Rachel
(played by Julie Christie) — supporting
Tamar's mother and Jairus's wife. A grieving mother whose faith is tested and rewarded when Jesus raises her daughter, subsequently joining Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem.
Tamar
(played by Rebecca Callard) — supporting
Jairus and Rachel's sick daughter. Her incurable illness drives the early plot, and her death and subsequent resurrection by Jesus serve as a pivotal miracle demonstrating his power and compassion.
Thomas
(played by James Frain) — supporting
One of Jesus's disciples. Initially skeptical of the resurrection reports, but ultimately convinced when Jesus appears to him personally, solidifying his faith.
John The Baptist
(played by Richard E. Grant) — supporting
The prophet who baptizes Jesus in the Jordan River, delivering the heavenly voice that affirms Jesus's mission. Later executed by King Herod, his death deeply affects Jesus.
Jairus
(played by William Hurt) — supporting
Tamar's father and a follower of Jesus. Defies religious authorities to seek Jesus's help for his dying daughter. Witnesses the resurrection, joins Jesus's journey to Jerusalem, and later witnesses th...
Pontius Pilate
(played by Ian Holm) — supporting
The Roman governor who presides over Jesus's trial. Finds no legitimate case against him but yields to political blackmail and crowd pressure from the priests, ultimately condemning Jesus to crucifixi...
Cleopas
(played by Daniel Massey) — supporting
A friend of Jairus and a follower of Jesus. Travels to Jerusalem with Jairus's family, hears accounts of the resurrection, and ultimately witnesses the resurrected Jesus, confirming his faith.
Herod
(played by Anton Lesser) — supporting
The king who orders the execution of John the Baptist. He aligns with the Temple priests' view that Jesus poses a threat to Roman stability, contributing to the political pressure for Jesus's executio...
Key Relationships
Jesus → Herod
(Conflict Indirect Executioner)
Jesus → Pontius Pilate
(Conflict Political Adversary)
Jesus → Thomas
(Narrative Skeptical Disciple)
Jesus → Cleopas
(Social Trusted Companion)
Jesus → Jairus
(Social Devoted Follower)
Jesus → God/ The Doctor
(Power Divine Authority)
Jesus → John The Baptist
(Professional Baptizer)
Jairus → Rachel
(Family Spouse)
Jairus → Tamar
(Family Father)
Story Analysis
A cinematic retelling of Jesus's life, focusing on his miracles, discipleship, betrayal, crucifixion, and resurrection.
Plot Progression
The Carpenter's Calling
Rising Tides of Faith
The Passion & The Betrayal
The Empty Tomb & The Commission
Directed by Stanislav Sokolov, Derek W. Hayes
The Miracle Maker (2000) · 6.1/10 · animation, drama, family
