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Release Year1978
Runtime1 Season
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
Votes5
DirectorRichard Berg, Robert L. Joseph
WritersRichard Berg, S.S. Schweitzer, Richard Fielder
TypeWeb Series
Rating4.8 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Word
About The Word
A document is discovered that appears to be an ancient eyewitness account of the life of Jesus Christ. A public relations executive is hired to publicize this document as a new version of the Bible, but he finds himself enmeshed in controversy and intrigue.
Directed by Richard Berg, Robert L. Joseph, The Word leans on a strong ensemble — David Janssen, James Whitmore, Florinda Bolkan — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1978.
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