Everything here is free. No catches.
Jesus Film Project has been producing Christian films for over 40 years. Every film on this platform is free to watch on YouTube and free to screen in any church, school, or community setting in Australia. No permission needed, no licence required, no subscription.
Below is a guide to what's available — from full-length feature films to short animations to multi-part series. If you're not sure where to start, the quick-pick guide at the end will point you in the right direction for your context.
Screening tip: Every film here can be streamed directly from YouTube onto any screen — laptop, projector, smart TV. For group screenings, just open the YouTube link and cast or mirror. No apps, no downloads, no special setup needed.
The Jesus Film — the most widely seen Christian film ever made
The Jesus Film is a dramatisation of the Gospel of Luke. It has been seen by more than 500 million people in over 1,800 languages, making it one of the most watched films in history. The full film runs approximately 1 hour 23 minutes and is available free on YouTube in English.
It works well as a standalone church or community event, particularly around Easter. Good Friday and Easter Monday are both public holidays in Australia, giving churches two natural opportunities to gather people around content that matters.
A dramatisation of the Gospel of Luke. One of the most widely seen films ever made, available free in English and hundreds of other languages. Suitable for church events, Easter screenings, and community film nights.
View film page →The Prodigal — a modern retelling
The Prodigal is a contemporary dramatisation of the parable of the prodigal son. It brings the story into a modern setting while staying close to the original narrative. It is a good choice for a church small group or community event where you want a film that opens up discussion about forgiveness, family, and coming home.
The parable of the prodigal son brought into a modern setting. A film about forgiveness, family breakdown, and coming back — themes that land across age groups and work well in group discussion settings.
View film page →My Last Day — the film that changes the conversation
My Last Day is a 30-minute anime short that tells the story of the crucifixion from the perspective of the repentant thief. It is the most widely used JFP resource in youth and community settings worldwide, and for good reason. The anime format removes the barriers that conventional church film can create. Young people who would switch off during a traditional Christian film often engage fully with this one.
It is particularly effective at Easter, but works year-round for youth events, Good Friday services, or any setting where you want a film that genuinely starts a conversation about faith.
The crucifixion through the eyes of the man beside Jesus. Anime format that breaks down barriers and reaches people emotionally before defences go up. One of the most effective tools for opening faith conversations in youth and community settings.
View film page →How to introduce it: Don't say it's a film about the crucifixion. Say you're watching a 30-minute anime. Let the film do the work. After it finishes, allow 30 seconds of silence, then ask: "What stayed with you from that?" The conversation tends to take care of itself.
NUA — honest conversations about faith
NUA is a Jesus Film Project series that engages directly with questions of identity, doubt, meaning, and whether Christianity makes sense today. It does not preach or assume prior belief. It is designed to open conversation, not close it.
The series works well in youth groups, college groups, Bible study settings, and anywhere people are genuinely exploring faith rather than seeking confirmation. Each episode is short enough to screen in a single session.
For young adults asking honest questions about God, identity, and whether faith makes sense. High production quality, genuine engagement with doubt. Not preachy — built to open a conversation, not settle one.
Browse all NUA episodes →Free Christian movies for children in Australia
Jesus Film Project has produced several free films specifically for younger audiences. These work in children's ministry, school settings, and family viewing contexts.
- The Story of Jesus for Children — An animated retelling of the life of Jesus designed for younger audiences. Free on YouTube, suitable for children's church and primary schools. View →
- NUA Easter for Kids — A short animated Easter resource built for children's ministry. Covers the Easter story in an age-appropriate, engaging format. View →
- Animation collection — A broader collection of animated content from Jesus Film Project suitable for children and young people. Browse →
Free Easter films available in Australia
Holy Week runs from Palm Sunday on 29 March to Easter Sunday on 5 April 2026. Good Friday (3 April) and Easter Monday (6 April) are public holidays across Australia — two natural days to screen films with your community. Jesus Film Project has produced a daily short film series covering each day of Holy Week, from Palm Sunday through to Easter morning. Each clip is 5 to 8 minutes and designed to work as a standalone or as part of a daily series through the week.
For a full guide to Easter content available in Australia, see the Easter resources for Australian churches page.
Not sure what to watch? Start here.
- Personal viewing — want to understand Christianity: The Jesus Film (full Gospel of Luke) or NUA (short episodes exploring faith honestly)
- Youth group or school — want to start a conversation: My Last Day (30 min anime, ages 13+) or NUA episodes
- Church event or Easter service: My Last Day for Good Friday, Holy Week daily clips through Holy Week, The Jesus Film for a full community evening
- Children's ministry or family viewing: The Story of Jesus for Children or NUA Easter for Kids
- Small group or Bible study: NUA series with discussion questions, one episode per session
- Open community event: The Jesus Film on Good Friday or Easter Monday — no church background required, free for any community group