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The Trump Prophecy (2018): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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The Trump Prophecy is a 2018 drama directed by Stephan Schultze, starring Chris Nelson as Mark Taylor, Paulette Todd and Karen Boles. It runs 2 hours and earned $671,198 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 14/100.

worldwide gross
$671.2K
Echo Score
14
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The Trump Prophecy (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h (120 min)
Director
Stephan Schultze
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Trump Prophecy About?

The premise of The Trump Prophecy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Mark Taylor, a fireman and public servant, claims to have received a divine message about the future of the nation. Sharing his experience, he inspires Mary Colbert to launch a nationwide prayer movement uniting thousands. The film chronicles Taylor and Colbert’s journey through the 2016 election and features perspectives from leaders in faith, business, and military sectors, discussing what it takes to restore America's foundational principles.

The Trump Prophecy Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • based on supposedly true story
  • kakistocracy
  • cult of trump
  • magical thinking
  • gullibility
  • delusional thinking
  • firefighter
  • prayer
  • christian film
  • talking to god
  • political propaganda
  • prayer chain
+38 more
  • superstition
  • christian
  • christianity
  • folklore
  • christian nationalism
  • christian propaganda
  • false prophet
  • nonsense
  • suicidal christian
  • kook
  • fireman
  • fire
  • retirement
  • reference to donald trump
  • lore
  • praying
  • prophecy
  • suicidal thoughts
  • dream interpretation
  • politician
  • ptsd post traumatic stress disorder
  • fascist youth
  • mumbo jumbo
  • nightmare
  • magic
  • insane man
  • anti science
  • white privilege
  • con man
  • anti american fascist
  • husband wife relationship
  • fire station
  • dream
  • vision
  • psychiatrist
  • dream sequence
  • doctor
  • journal
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Cast & crew

The Trump Prophecy Cast & Characters

Chris Nelson leads the cast as Mark Taylor, with Paulette Todd as Mary Colbert and Karen Boles as Mary Jo Taylor. Directed by Stephan Schultze; 24 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Stephan Schultze

One more film directed by Stephan Schultze: God’s Compass.

Full filmography
Ratings

The Trump Prophecy Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 14/100, strongest in rewatch factor (18) and weakest in character & emotion (10).

14 /100

The Trump Prophecy Echo Score Breakdown

The film is overwhelmingly criticized for its lack of cinematic craft and substantive content. Reviewers consistently describe the storytelling as paper‑thin, the production values as substandard, and the acting as atrocious, leading to a perception of the work as ineffective propaganda. A handful of enthusiastic comments highlight inspirational messaging, yet they are far outweighed by negative appraisals. Overall, the movie fails to meet basic expectations for quality and engagement.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 15

    In terms of art and craft, the film is judged poorly by virtually all reviewers. Critics note thin storytelling, bad special effects, and overall low production quality. Users echo this with remarks about terrible acting, shoddy visuals, and a lack of professional editing. The consensus indicates a deficient execution of cinematic fundamentals, resulting in a very low artistic assessment.

  • Character & Emotion 10

    When it comes to character and emotion, the performances are described as atrocious and unconvincing. Multiple reviewers call the acting terrible, the dialogue cheesy, and the emotional resonance absent. Even the few positive users focus on ideological messages rather than character depth. Consequently, the film is seen as failing to deliver credible or engaging portrayals of its subjects.

  • Story & Flow 12

    The story and flow receive harsh criticism for being paper‑thin and disjointed. Critics label the narrative as propaganda with little coherence, and users highlight a lack of substantive plot, dead space, and unrelated segments. The pacing is described as sluggish, and the overall structure is viewed as fragmented, leading to a very weak storytelling score.

  • Sensory Experience 13

    Sensory experience is perceived as subpar, with references to terrible special effects and uninspired visual style. Reviewers do not mention any effective soundtrack or sound design, instead noting an overall lack of cinematic polish. The cumulative feedback points to a deficient sensory dimension that fails to enhance the viewing experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 18

    Rewatch factor is low, as reviewers repeatedly advise against spending time on the film. The majority describe it as a waste of time and unlikely to merit subsequent viewings. Only a small minority express personal inspiration, but this does not offset the prevailing sentiment that the movie lacks lasting appeal or replay value.

Plot

The Trump Prophecy Plot Summary

What happens in The Trump Prophecy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Mark Taylor, Chris Nelson, is a devout American Christian firefighter who, in 2005, carries a dead young boy out of a crackhouse fire. His wife, Mary Jo Taylor, Karen Boles, works as a fire dispatcher. The traumatic rescue leaves him with fever dreams, and his doctor, Todd McLaren as the Family Doctor, diagnoses him with post-traumatic stress disorder. Mark stops taking his prescribed medication and retires from the firefighting job, hoping the quiet life will ease the turmoil.

Full summary

The whole story of The Trump Prophecy, scene by scene

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Box office

The Trump Prophecy Box Office

The Trump Prophecy grossed $671,198 worldwide.

2018 box office

Worldwide gross

$671.2K

US & Canada
$671.2K
Videos

The Trump Prophecy Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Trump Prophecy.

The Trump Prophecy: Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Trump Prophecy?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What is Mark Taylor's profession before he retires?

Details

The Trump Prophecy Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Commander” and “A Profecia do Presidente”.

Also known as
  • Commander
  • A Profecia do Presidente

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FAQ

The Trump Prophecy FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of The Trump Prophecy, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Trump Prophecy?

The Trump Prophecy runs 2 hours (120 minutes).

When was The Trump Prophecy released?

The Trump Prophecy was released on October 2, 2018.

Who directed The Trump Prophecy?

The Trump Prophecy was directed by Stephan Schultze.

More films by Stephan Schultze

Who is in the cast of The Trump Prophecy?

The Trump Prophecy stars Chris Nelson as Mark Taylor, Paulette Todd as Mary Colbert and Karen Boles as Mary Jo Taylor, among 24 credited actors.

How much did The Trump Prophecy make at the box office?

The Trump Prophecy grossed $671,198 worldwide.

Does The Trump Prophecy have a post-credit scene?

No. The Trump Prophecy has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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