Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold
Synopsis
In 1827, Joseph Smith, Jr. was only 21 years old when he received a prophetic calling to translate ancient scriptures that would soon be published as The Book of Mormon. Less than three years later, he founded The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that today has 14 million followers and is the 4th largest religious denomination in the United States. Plates of Gold follows Joseph's early adult years and portrays the events that lead up to the publishing of The Book of Mormon and the founding of a new worldwide church. The film also details Joseph's personal life and his desire to find forgiveness, acceptance and salvation from God. Directed by Christian Vuissa (The Errand of Angels, One Good Man).
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Matthew Bellows
Dalton Blaine
Oliver Cowdery
Sean Bott
Brandon Luke Bringhurst
Samuel Smith
Paul Coleman
John Gilbert
Brandyn Cross
Mobster
Lindsay Farr
Emma Hale Smith
Michael Flynn
Isaac Hale
Geoff Hansen
Joseph Smith Sr.
Dustin Harding
Joseph Smith
David Kranig
Jedidah Stowell
Cathleen Mason
Midwife 1
Paul Melendy
E.B. Grandin
Thomas J. Post
Mobster
Dennis Record
Mobster
Sue Rowe
Midwife
Hillary Straga
Mrs. Harris
Steve Wallace
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 2, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christian Vuissa
- Screenplay & Story
- Christian Vuissa
- Original Title
- Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Mirror Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christian Vuissa
Christian Vuissa
Department Leadership Roster
Christian Vuissa
Director
Christian Vuissa
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold about?
In 1827, Joseph Smith, Jr. was only 21 years old when he received a prophetic calling to translate ancient scriptures that would soon be published as The Book of Mormon. Less than three years later, he founded The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that today has 14 million followers and is the 4th largest religious denomination in the United States. Plates of Gold follows Joseph's early adult years and portrays the events that lead up to the publishing of The Book of Mormon and the founding of a new worldwide church. The film also details Joseph's personal life and his desire to find forgiveness, acceptance and salvation from God. Directed by Christian Vuissa (The Errand of Angels, One Good Man).
Who directed Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold?
Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold was directed by Christian Vuissa.
Who stars in Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold?
The principal cast of Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold includes Matthew Bellows, Dalton Blaine, Sean Bott, Brandon Luke Bringhurst, Paul Coleman.
When was Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold released and how long is it?
Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold?
Joseph Smith: Plates of Gold holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).