The Prodigal Son
Synopsis
The Prodigal Son is a parable of a wayward son reunited with his father and family after having squandered all his inheritance through wasteful and idolatrous living. Learn of God’s encompassing love for those who humbly repent.
Part of the Animated Stories from the New Testament Collection
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Top Cast
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Ivan Crosland
Jesus (voice)
Glen Camomille
Pharisee
Christopher P. Angelos
Jacob (voice)
Jared Davis
Father (voice)
John Runnels
Nehemiah (voice)
Gene Pack
Servant (voice)
Ruth Hale
Clothier / Florist (voice)
Beverly Rowland
Fortune-teller (voice)
Oscar Rowland
Shoemaker (voice)
Joan Oviatt
Anna (voice)
Bob Eccle
Fashid (voice)
Michael Bennett
Farmer (voice)
Jim Robinson
Rich Man (voice)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Rich
- Screenplay & Story
- Orson Scott Card
- Original Score
- Lex de Azevedo
- Original Title
- The Prodigal Son
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- NEST Family Entertainment, Rich Animation Studios, Animated Bible Stories
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Rich
Orson Scott Card
Lex de Azevedo
James Koford, Terry L. Noss, Thomas J. Tobin
Jared F. Brown, Richard Rich
Department Leadership Roster
Lex de Azevedo
Original Music Composer
Richard Rich
Producer
Richard Rich
Director
James Koford
Editor
Orson Scott Card
Screenplay
Terry L. Noss
Editor
Thomas J. Tobin
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About The Prodigal Son
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What is The Prodigal Son about?
The Prodigal Son is a parable of a wayward son reunited with his father and family after having squandered all his inheritance through wasteful and idolatrous living. Learn of God’s encompassing love for those who humbly repent.
Who directed The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son was directed by Richard Rich.
Who stars in The Prodigal Son?
The principal cast of The Prodigal Son includes Ivan Crosland, Glen Camomille, Christopher P. Angelos, Jared Davis, John Runnels.
When was The Prodigal Son released and how long is it?
The Prodigal Son was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Prodigal Son?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Prodigal Son was composed by Lex de Azevedo.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).