The Book of Clarence is a 2023 American epic biblical comedy-drama film, featuring a stellar cast including LaKeith Stanfield, Omar Sy, RJ Cyler, Anna Diop, David Oyelowo, Micheal Ward, Alfre Woodard, Teyana Taylor, Caleb McLaughlin, James McAvoy, Benedict Cumberbatch, Eric Kofi-Abrefa, and Marianne Jean-Baptiste. The film is produced, written, and directed by Jeymes Samuel, with additional production by Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter, James Lassiter, and Tendo Nagenda.
The Book of Clarence Release Date
The Book of Clarence celebrated its world premiere at the 67th London Film Festival on October 11, 2023, and is scheduled for a theatrical release on January 12, 2024. Initially slated for release on September 22, 2023, the film experienced a delay for reasons unspecified.
The Book of Clarence Cast
- LaKeith Stanfield as Clarence
- Stanfield also portrays Thomas, one of the twelve apostles and Clarence’s twin brother.
- Omar Sy as Barabbas
- Anna Diop as Clarence’s love-interest and Jedediah’s sister.
- RJ Cyler as Elijah, Clarence’s best-friend
- David Oyelowo as John the Baptist
- Micheal Ward as Judas Iscariot
- Alfre Woodard as Mother Mary
- Teyana Taylor as Mary Magdalene
- Caleb McLaughlin as Zeke
- Eric Kofi-Abrefa as Jedediah the Terrible
- Marianne Jean-Baptiste as Clarence’s mother
- James McAvoy as Pontius Pilate
- Benedict Cumberbatch as Benjamin
- Babs Olusanmokun as Jesus Christ
- Nicholas Pinnock
- Chase Dillon
- Tom Glynn-Carney
- Tom Vaughan-Lawlor as a Roman guard
The Book of Clarence Budget
The Book of Clarence is estimated to be made on a budget of around US $120 million.
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The Book of Clarence Plot
Set in 29 A.D. Jerusalem, The Book of Clarence follows the story of a downtrodden man named Clarence, striving to overcome his misfortune. Seizing the opportunity presented by the emergence of Jesus Christ, Clarence devises a scheme to declare himself a new Messiah sent by God. His aim is to liberate himself from debt and forge a path towards a life of glory.
The Book of Clarence FAQs
1- When is the release date of The Book of Clarence?
The Book of Clarence is scheduled to be released on January 12, 2024.
2- How much is the budget of The Book of Clarence?
The Book of Clarence is estimated to be made on a budget of around US $120 million.