

The Nativity Story
Directed by Catherine Hardwicke
Mary and Joseph make the hard journey to Bethlehem for a blessed event in this retelling of the Nativity story. This meticulously researched and visually lush adaptation of the biblical tale follows the pair on their arduous path to their arrival in a small village, where they find shelter in a quiet manger and Jesus is born.
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Keisha Castle-Hughes
Mary

Oscar Isaac
Joseph

Hiam Abbass
Anna

Shaun Toub
Joachim

Ciarán Hinds
Herod

Shohreh Aghdashloo
Elisabeth

Stanley Townsend
Zechariah

Alexander Siddig
The Angel Gabriel

Nadim Sawalha
Melchior

Ériq Ebouaney
Balthasar
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Nativity Story online?
The Nativity Story is not currently included with any streaming subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability differs by country, so it may be on a subscription service elsewhere.
Is The Nativity Story on Netflix?
No — The Nativity Story is not currently on Netflix in any of the countries we track.
Can I rent or buy The Nativity Story online?
Yes. In United States, The Nativity Story can be rented on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home and purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
In which countries can I stream The Nativity Story?
The Nativity Story is not currently included with a streaming subscription in any of the countries we track, though it may be available to rent or buy digitally.
Streaming availability last checked on November 4, 2026. Catalogues change frequently — data from TMDB and JustWatch.












