Tyler Perry's The Gospel of Christmas 2026

Overview

Tyler Perry's The Gospel of Christmas is a 2026 drama film directed by Tyler Perry. The movie was released exclusively on Netflix on November 11, 2026, and has a runtime of one hour and forty-three minutes. The narrative follows a pastor who faces personal doubt while attempting to save his inherited family church located in a troubled area of New York City. Throughout the story, the protagonist must confront inner demons and an adversary to protect his church, family, and community before the holiday season. The film explores themes of faith and the reality of unanswered prayer. The production features an ensemble cast composed of gospel and R&B artists. The cast includes Fantasia Barrino, Tank, Shirley Caesar, Fred Hammond, The Clark Sisters, CeCe Winans, and Kirk Franklin. The project was announced as part of a 2026 Netflix film slate that included multiple titles from the filmmaker. The film is categorized as a holiday movie and was produced for streaming distribution.