Finding Jesus (2020): Cast, Ratings & Where to Watch
Finding Jesus is a 2020 family animated film directed by Jason Wright, starring Sarah Taylor as Muggles / Delfi / Scales / Snaps (voice), KJ Schrock and Darren Richardson. It runs 1 hour 9 minutes. Its Echo Score is 26/100. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Fawesome, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 9m (69 min)
- Director
- Jason Wright
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- WOWNow Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Finding Jesus About?
The premise of Finding Jesus without spoilers.
Follow faith-fueled friends Muggles and Joy on a journey to Finding Jesus Bay, a picturesque location where Christian stories are shared nightly. Guided by the renowned storyteller Professor Shark, they explore tales of endless kindness and boundless love from their Creator. The experience offers a blend of friendship, faith, and beautiful surroundings.
Finding Jesus Themes & Keywords
· 33 tags- fish
- two word title
- water
- animal
- hope
- underwater
- animal protagonist
- bible quote
- talking fish
- crab
- reference to the book of psalms
- christian film
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- shark
- reference to jesus christ
- friendship
- sea adventure
- swordfish
- whale
- lie
- dolphin
- reference to the bible
- reference to the book of timothy
- teacher student relationship
- coral reef
- reef
- teacher
- faith
- manta ray
- reference to the book of jeremiah
- reference to the book of proverbs
- reference to the book of joshua
- jesus in title
- 2020
Where to Watch Finding Jesus
Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Fawesome, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Finding Jesus Cast & Characters
Sarah Taylor leads the cast as Muggles / Delfi / Scales / Snaps (voice), with KJ Schrock as Professor Shark / Boo Cakes / Mr Sushi (voice) and Darren Richardson as Pickles (voice). Directed by Jason Wright; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Jason Wright
- Sarah Taylor as Muggles / Delfi / Scales / Snaps (voice)
- KJ Schrock as Professor Shark / Boo Cakes / Mr Sushi (voice)
- Darren Richardson as Pickles (voice)
- Tina Shuster as Rosie / Mrs Wuddly / Fizzy / Bitsy / Patty (voice)
Also Starring in Finding Jesus
· 6 more- Jerry Davis Mr Flips (voice)
- Aidan McCreary Pete (voice)
- Victor Merchan Henry (voice)
- Angie Gillespie Narrator / Joy (voice)
- Lizzy Carter-Burns Fizzy (voice)
- Lanny Norris Orbit / Button (voice)
Finding Jesus Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 26/100, strongest in character & emotion (35) and weakest in rewatch factor (25).
Finding Jesus Echo Score Breakdown
Finding Jesus delivers a largely unenjoyable viewing experience marked by pervasive technical and narrative shortcomings. The animation appears cheap and inconsistent, while the storyline lacks cohesion and offers little emotional depth. Even the soundtrack fails to elevate the material, resulting in a film that struggles to maintain audience interest. Consequently, the movie offers minimal appeal for most repeat viewings, leaving little reason to recommend it.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 30
From an artistic standpoint, the film suffers from substandard animation and inconsistent visual quality. Reviewers note cheap character models, poor lip‑syncing, and a lack of polished cinematography, undermining any potential visual appeal. While a single positive comment highlights occasional striking imagery, the dominant perception is that the production design fails to meet basic standards.
- Character & Emotion 35
The character work is widely regarded as weak, with acting described as abysmal and voice performances uneven. Characters are criticized for static, perpetually smiling designs that feel unsettling, and little emotional nuance is conveyed. Although one reviewer praises the acting and chemistry, the overall consensus points to shallow, unengaging portrayals that detract from viewer investment.
- Story & Flow 30
Storytelling in the movie is generally seen as incoherent, lacking a defined plot and meaningful arcs. Critics point out a script that offers no substantive conflict, with dialogue that feels forced and resolutions that appear simplistic. The lone enthusiastic review claims constant enjoyment, but the prevailing view is that the narrative fails to engage or progress logically.
- Sensory Experience 35
The sensory elements, including sound design and music, receive predominantly negative feedback. Listeners describe the audio as jarring, with voice work deemed unpleasant and a soundtrack that fails to complement the visuals. One positive comment highlights a beautiful score, yet the majority experience the auditory presentation as a detracting factor that diminishes overall immersion.
- Rewatch Factor 25
Rewatch potential is judged very low, with many stating the film feels like a slog and offers little incentive for repeat viewings. The lack of compelling story or memorable characters makes subsequent viewings tedious. While a single enthusiastic voice claims daily enjoyment, the dominant sentiment suggests the movie fails to provide lasting appeal.
Finding Jesus Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Finding Jesus.
Finding Jesus Also Known As
Also known as “寻找耶稣”.
- Also known as
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- 寻找耶稣
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Finding Jesus FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Finding Jesus, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Finding Jesus?
Finding Jesus runs 1 hour 9 minutes (69 minutes).
When was Finding Jesus released?
Finding Jesus was released on December 29, 2020.
Who directed Finding Jesus?
Finding Jesus was directed by Jason Wright.
More films by Jason Wright Who is in the cast of Finding Jesus?
Finding Jesus stars Sarah Taylor as Muggles / Delfi / Scales / Snaps (voice), KJ Schrock as Professor Shark / Boo Cakes / Mr Sushi (voice) and Darren Richardson as Pickles (voice), among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Finding Jesus?
In the US, Finding Jesus is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Fawesome and FlixFling and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Fandango At Home and FlixFling (availability from JustWatch).
Does Finding Jesus have a post-credit scene?
No. Finding Jesus has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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