The Essential Church
“God vs government”
Synopsis
When governments use Covid emergency act edicts to restrict the gathering and worship of the Church, three pastors facing the risk of imprisonment, unlimited fines, and their own Churches splitting apart take a courageous stand and re-open in the face of a world that has chosen to comply.
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The Essential Church Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-06-10
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 28, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shannon Halliday
- Screenplay & Story
- Shannon Halliday
- Original Title
- The Essential Church
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Production Studios
- Grace Productions, Grace Community, Church of the Valley
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shannon Halliday
Shannon Halliday
Ellen Perry, Seth Bowling
Department Leadership Roster
Shannon Halliday
Director
Shannon Halliday
Writer
Ellen Perry
Producer
Seth Bowling
Producer
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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What is The Essential Church about?
When governments use Covid emergency act edicts to restrict the gathering and worship of the Church, three pastors facing the risk of imprisonment, unlimited fines, and their own Churches splitting apart take a courageous stand and re-open in the face of a world that has chosen to comply.
Who directed The Essential Church?
The Essential Church was directed by Shannon Halliday.
Who stars in The Essential Church?
The principal cast of The Essential Church includes John MacArthur, Jenna Ellis, Paul M Jonna, Charles S LiMandri, Jeffrey M Trissell.
When was The Essential Church released and how long is it?
The Essential Church was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 2h 6m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Essential Church?
The Essential Church holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).