Nephi and the Brass Plates
Synopsis
The prophet Lehi preaches repentance to the people of Jerusalem and is persecuted. After he and his family leave Jerusalem he is told by the Lord to return and obtain the brass plates containing the sacred books of Moses. Nephi and his brothers muster their faith, obedience, and determination as they return to obtain the plates from the wicked Laban. 1 Nephi:1–5.
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Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Geoffrey Bennett
Nephi (voice)
Walter Boyden
Laman (voice)
Kim Blackett
Sam (voice)
William M. Bisson
Lemuel (voice)
Neal Barclay
Laban (voice)
Bruce Robinson
Zoram / Gate Guard (voice)
Gene Pack
Lehi (voice)
David Jensen
Angel (voice)
Jared Davis
Soldier (voice)
Melissa Jackson
Daughter (voice)
Beverly Rowland
Sariah (voice)
Gary Jackson
Barzak (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Rich
- Screenplay & Story
- Orson Scott Card
- Original Title
- Nephi and the Brass Plates
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- The Living Scriptures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Rich
Orson Scott Card
Department Leadership Roster
Orson Scott Card
Writer
Richard Rich
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is Nephi and the Brass Plates about?
The prophet Lehi preaches repentance to the people of Jerusalem and is persecuted. After he and his family leave Jerusalem he is told by the Lord to return and obtain the brass plates containing the sacred books of Moses. Nephi and his brothers muster their faith, obedience, and determination as they return to obtain the plates from the wicked Laban. 1 Nephi:1–5.
Who directed Nephi and the Brass Plates?
Nephi and the Brass Plates was directed by Richard Rich.
Who stars in Nephi and the Brass Plates?
The principal cast of Nephi and the Brass Plates includes Geoffrey Bennett, Walter Boyden, Kim Blackett, William M. Bisson, Neal Barclay.
When was Nephi and the Brass Plates released and how long is it?
Nephi and the Brass Plates was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 25m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nephi and the Brass Plates?
Nephi and the Brass Plates holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).