The Nativity

Duration: 56'52''

Synopsis

Retelling of the classic biblical tale. Mary counts her blessings when her parents arrange to marry her to a local carpenter, Joseph. But events soon take an unusual turn.

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Christ is born | The Nativity

Christ is born | The Nativity

BBC One | 2011 | 3'42''

A dramatised retelling of the birth of Jesus.

Joseph doesn't believe Mary | The Nativity

Joseph doesn't believe Mary | The Nativity

BBC One | 2011 | 2'56''

In a dramatised retelling of the Nativity, Joseph responds to Mary's explanation of her pregnancy with disbelief.

Joseph's dream | The Nativity

Joseph's dream | The Nativity

BBC One | 2011 | 4'21''

In a dramatised retelling of the Nativity, the Angel Gabriel visits Joseph in a dream.

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Part 2 | The Nativity

Part 2 | The Nativity

BBC One | 2011 | 57'06''

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BBC One | 2011 | 4'20''

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BBC One | 2011 | 2'07''

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BBC One | 2011 | 5'14''

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The shepherds hear of Christs birth | The Nativity

BBC One | 2011 | 1'15''

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