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Black Jesus

5.219681h 29mMovieDrama

A thinly-disguised biography of African leader Patrice Lumumba, here called Lalubi. Lalubi, a Christ-like leader determined to save his people, by passive resistance, from the dictatorial regime propped up by European colonialists, is…

DirectorValerio Zurlini
WritersValerio Zurlini·Franco Brusati
ProducerCarlo Lizzani

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 2 other countries

Black Jesus isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Italy, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Valerio Zurlini

WSWoody Strode
Woody Strode
Maurice Lalubi
FCFranco Citti
Franco Citti
Oreste
JSJean Servais
Jean Servais
Commander
PCPier Paolo Capponi
Pier Paolo Capponi
Officer
SFStephen Forsyth
Stephen Forsyth
Prisioner
SBSalvatore Basile
Salvatore Basile
GT
Giuseppe Transocchi
RRRenzo Rossi
Renzo Rossi
IL
Inigo Lezzi
BCBruno Corazzari
Bruno Corazzari

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Black Jesus — streaming FAQ

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Black Jesus isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Italy and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Black Jesus on Netflix?

No, Black Jesus is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is Black Jesus on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Black Jesus isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Black Jesus for free?

Black Jesus isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Black Jesus based on a true story?

Yes — Black Jesus is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).