The Star.

Name: The Star
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Family
Released: 2017-11-17
Duration: 86 min
Cast: Steven Yeun, Keegan-Michael Key, Aidy Bryant, Gina Rodriguez, Zachary Levi

A small donkey follows a very bright star.

Bo escapes his work at a village mill and joins an unlikely group of animals. Their travels intersect with Mary and Joseph's journey and the events of the first Christmas.

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Why it’s a little special

The Nativity is retold from the animals' perspective, with songs and comic companions keeping the journey approachable.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

This explicitly Christian story includes threats from Herod's men, fierce dogs and danger to the central family.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Timothy Reckart
Starring: Steven Yeun, Keegan-Michael Key, Aidy Bryant, Gina Rodriguez, Zachary Levi, Christopher Plummer, Ving Rhames, Gabriel Iglesias, Kelly Clarkson, Anthony Anderson, Patricia Heaton, Kris Kristofferson
Written by: Carlos Kotkin
Produced by: Jenni Magee-Cook, DeVon Franklin, Brian Henson, Lisa Henson
Release date: November 17, 2017
Runtime: 86 minutes
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Family
Studio: Affirm Films
Language: English

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