The Word (1978) The Word

The Word ★★½ 1978 Intriguing premise has an archeologist finding a perviously unknown text purporting to be written by the younger brother of Jesus. If authentic and publicized, it would wreak theological havoc. Janssen is off to Italy to check up; he finds murder and skullduggery. Well-acted, interesting story. 300m/C VHS. David Janssen, James Whitmore, Florinda Bolkan, Eddie Albert, Geraldine Chaplin, Hurd Hatfield, John Huston, Kate Mulgrew, Janice Rule, Nicol Williamson; Director: Richard Lang; Cameo: Alex North.

At-a-glance
Year Released 1978
Length (in minutes) 300
Display Color
Formats VHS
National Film Registry
Credits
Role Name
Actor James Whitmore
Actor David Janssen
Actor Florinda Bolkan
Actor Hurd Hatfield
Actor John Huston
Actor Kate Mulgrew
Actor Eddie Albert
Actor Nicol Williamson
Actor Geraldine Chaplin
Actor Janice Rule
Cameo Alex North
Director Richard Lang