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The Word 1978

“Was It a Holy Revelation or an Unholy Fraud?”

★ 4.8/10 NR Drama 1 seasons · 4 eps Ended
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What is The Word?

The Word is a television series first released in 1978. Catalogued under Drama.

Type
TV series
Year
1978
Status
Ended
Episodes
4
Runtime
120 minutes
First aired
Nov 12, 1978
Networks
CBS
Genres
Drama
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78 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum6.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.2/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Bingeable Series #Drama
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Overview

The Word is a television series first released in 1978. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by CBS. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 4 tracked episodes.

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Should you watch it?

“A lost manuscript claims to be Jesus’ own testimony, sparking a PR battle.”

Reasons to watch
  • Explores faith and media manipulation
  • Features tense PR intrigue
Keep in mind
  • Period pacing may feel slow to modern viewers

Watch it if you enjoy thought‑provoking dramas about religion and public relations.

The series deals with religious themes and ethical controversy, suitable for mature audiences.

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What is the basic premise of "The Word"?

It follows a public relations executive hired to promote a discovered document that claims to be an ancient eyewitness account of Jesus Christ, leading him into controversy and intrigue.

When was the series released?

The series was released in 1978.

What genre does the series belong to?

It is classified as a drama.

Which production company created the series?

It was produced by 24 Hour Productions, which later became Planet 24.

Did the series have any other working titles?

Yes, its working title was Club X2.

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