Jesus of Nazareth
"The Extended Version"
Cheers for your interest. To get your password for The Extended Version (TEV), please write in the subject line JON for the original 4-part edition, or TEV11 for the 11-part episodic streaming format.
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Once you’ve watched the film, if you’d like the full HD digital files or the 4-disc DVD/Blu-ray set (plus 3 bonus feature discs), simply email us your review so we can feature it on the website. We'll then send you the password to access all 7 discs, either digitally or via post, completely free of charge.
Alternatively, the 11-part episodic format is available digitally or on a USB stick. For a seamless viewing experience, just plug your "TEV" USB drive into any Smart TV or media player to watch the 11-part series instantly.
Note from the Editor
For nearly fifty years, Franco Zeffirelli’s Jesus of Nazareth has stood as the definitive cinematic portrait of Christ. Central to that legacy is
Robert Powell, whose performance remains the "Gold Standard"—a perfect balance of divine stillness and human weight.
My goal with The Extended Version (TEV) was simple yet ambitious: to create the version of this masterpiece that I always wished existed. As a student of this film, my heart will always remain with the Original 4-Part Format. That architecture preserves the grand, cinematic pacing and the sweeping vision exactly as Zeffirelli intended. It is the version I am most proud of, and in my view, it remains the definitive way to experience this story.
However, I recognize that in today’s streaming world, a reimagining was necessary. To ensure this masterpiece continues to reach new audiences, I have created The Extended Version (TEV).in a 11-part episodic format. A "Digital Archive" designed for the modern viewer. This project is the result of years of meticulous work. I have restored and synced the rare, 1-minute NBC trailers with the international credits to give each chapter its own unique "prestige" opening.
While the 11-part version is available via streaming and on an exclusive custom USB drive (designed for easy "plug-and-play" use on any Smart TV), it exists to complement, not replace, the original 4-part experience. As of 2026, this is the only project of its kind in the world. Every new frame has been reviewed to ensure that the pacing and transitions honor Zeffirelli’s vision while offering a fresh, episodic perspective. Whether you choose the episodic journey or the classic 4-part format, thank you for helping me preserve and introduce this cinematic landmark to a new generation..
JamesCV
Editor & Curator, The Extended Version (TEV)