Finding the right story can be a transformative experience, but it can be a challenge to find the right Christian film to watch for the occasion.

That’s why I’ve compiled a list of faith-based movies below.

Whether you’re looking for a sports film, the best faith-based rom com, or an inspiring true story, I hope you find your next watch here!

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Discover your next Christian movie to watch

Explore our selection of the best Christian movies to watch. These uplifting, faith-based films and Gospel-centered stories are great for families, couples, and friends to watch together.

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1. Movies based on true stories

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We’ve refreshed our popular roundup of Christian movies drawn from true events for 2026, with even more faith-based films that powerfully show God’s work in everyday lives.

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2. ‘If you liked’ recommendations

A family watches family-friendly faith movies produced by the Kendrick Brothers. They’re known for their Gospel-centered films. The text over the image says “From Faith Storytellers: 10 Great Christian movies like ‘The Forge.’”

Searching for movies like “The Forge?” Check out these 10 family-friendly picks, including movies from the Kendrick Brothers, who made “The Forge.” They’re known for their Gospel-centered films.

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3. Sports movies

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Our roundup of Christian sports movies and the top 7 Christian films to watch about various sports! These uplifting stories share courage, heart, and faith on the screen, and many are great for families seeking Christian entertainment.

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A football sits on a football field, symbolizing the many great football films with Christian themes. The text over the image says “From Faith Storytellers: 21 Christian football movies.”

Many of the best Christian football movies share uplifting stories of teams overcoming tremendous odds as they rely on faith. We’ve selected films that share gospel-centered messages as well as secular films with Christian themes.

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A soccer ball sits on a soccer field, symbolizing the many great Christian films or secular films with Christian themes. The text over the image says “From Faith Storytellers: 9 Christian movies about soccer: youth, college, pro, World Cup.”

These inspiring films about soccer share stories of overcoming challenges through perseverance, teamwork, and trust in God. Many of these films are family-friendly and share subtle or direct Christian messages of faith, hope, and teamwork.

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A basketball is shown on the court, symbolizing the many great Christian basketball movies available to watch or stream. The text over the image says “From Faith Storytellers: 15 Christian basketball movies.”

These 15 inspirational basketball films show how faith shapes players, coaches, and communities both on and off the court. We’ve selected family-friendly movies and a few grittier films with Christian themes.

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A baseball is shown in the dirt of a baseball diamond, symbolizing the great Christian movies about the sport available to watch. The text over the images says "From Faith Storytellers: 13 Christian movies about baseball: high school, college, pro."

Looking for family-friendly baseball films with Christian values? This list of 13 baseball movies shares strong faith themes or messages, including the importance of character and belief in God.

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A runner is seen on a track as she prepares for a race, symbolizing the many great Christian movies about running to watch. The text over the image says “From Faith Storytellers: 7 Christian movies about running: Cross country, track, olympics.”

These 7 Christian movies follow runners facing hardship, including triumphing through faith and support. We’ve included classic movies as well as more recent faith-based films.

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4. Romance and marriage movies

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Explore our selection of 20 Christian romance films, which range from charming rom-coms to deeper tales of restoring marriage. Whether you’re looking for a cozy watch or an inspiring tale of God’s work in marriage, you’ll love these heartwarming picks.

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5. Movies with Christian themes

Two characters from the movie "Wake Up Dean Man" stars in a church that's central to the film's biblical theme. Many Christians have discovered and identified with faith lessons the film shares.

Does God use even nonbelievers? That question runs through “Wake Up Dead Man,” the latest Knives Out mystery. Discover faith lessons in our review, which shares biblical themes reflected in the movie.

➡️ Get the Faith Storyteller’s guide to faith lessons in “Wake Up Dead Man.”

6. Christian movies by year

A movie theater with red seats are shown in front of the big screen, symbolizing the many Christian movies to watch from 2024, including family-friendly films, clean entertainment, and uplifting stories.

See our top 23 faith-based films from 2024, featuring standout titles from Angel Studios and others. We’ve included family-friendly movies as well as Christian films that are more appropriate for older audiences.

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The best Christian films to watch: 100+ movies for faith and inspiration