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title: "The Nativity Story"
year: 2006
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-nativity-story-2006"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 2447
imdb_id: "tt0762121"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 101
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 265
content_rating: "PG"
---

# The Nativity Story (2006) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-nativity-story-2006

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: The Nativity Story.
Year: 2006.
Release Date (US): 12/01/2006.
Genre: Drama.
Runtime: 1h 41m.
Rating: PG.
Director: Catherine Hardwicke.
Cast: Keisha Castle-Hughes, Oscar Isaac, Hiam Abbass, Shaun Toub.
Plot: Mary and Joseph make a hard journey to Bethlehem for a blessed event. It is a retelling of the Nativity story/biblical tale. They follow an arduous path to a small village, find shelter in a quiet manger, and Jesus is born. One young woman struggles with the destiny to give birth to the Son of God.
Description: Meticulously researched and visually lush adaptation.
Draft 1: The Nativity Story is a 2006 drama film directed by Catherine Hardwicke. Released in the United States on December

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Catherine Hardwicke
- **Networks / Studios**: New Line Cinema, Sound for Film, Temple Hill Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Keisha Castle-Hughes** as *Mary*
- **Oscar Isaac** as *Joseph*
- **Hiam Abbass** as *Anna*
- **Shaun Toub** as *Joachim*
- **Ciarán Hinds** as *Herod*
- **Shohreh Aghdashloo** as *Elisabeth*
- **Stanley Townsend** as *Zechariah*
- **Alexander Siddig** as *The Angel Gabriel*
- **Nadim Sawalha** as *Melchior*
- **Ériq Ebouaney** as *Balthasar*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Nativity Story online?
The Nativity Story is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Nativity Story worth watching?
The Nativity Story holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 265 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Nativity Story and when was it released?
The Nativity Story is a feature film with a runtime of 101 minutes. It was released in 2006. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Nativity Story?
The Nativity Story was directed by Catherine Hardwicke.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Nativity Story — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/2447)
- [The Nativity Story (2006) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0762121/fullcredits/)
- [The Nativity Story (2006) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/2447-the-nativity-story/cast)
- [The Nativity Story Movie Poster (#3 of 11)](http://www.impawards.com/2006/nativity_story_ver3.html)
- [The Nativity Story — Full Cast & Crew](https://filmdb.co.uk/box-office/movie/the-nativity-story-2006-box-office/full-cast-crew)
- [The Nativity Story](https://www.warnerbros.com/)

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