Product Details

• Actors: Eddie Albert, Clive Arrindell, Raymond Burr, Kenneth Colley, Vernon Dobtcheff
• Format: Box set, NTSC
• Language: English
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Number of tapes: 2
• Studio: Vision Video
• VHS Release Date: October 1, 1996
• Run Time: 198 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (97 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 1563641844
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #129,548 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Now available on home video the long awaited epic series that brings the New Testament church alive. This distinguished production, starring Anthony Hopkins and Robert Foxworth, captures the vitality, intensity, and humanity of two who were entrusted by Christ with history's greatest stewardship-- the carrying of the Gospel to all the world. They faced violent opposition from without and constant turmoil from within. Based on the Scriptures by and about Peter and Paul, we see how they were driven by a heavenly vision for a different kind of world. They paid a horrendous price for their devotion--Peter crucified and Paul beheaded--but their ministries transcended the cruelty of their enemies to become important pillars of both the Christian Church and Western civilization. 194 minutes on two tapes.

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95 of 100 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Anthony Hopkins gives a great potrayal of Paul, September 15, 2005

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Douglas Dillon "Doug Dillon" (Florida) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Peter & Paul DVD (DVD)

I think that Anthony Hopkins gives a terrific portrayal of Paul (not that I've ever met Paul....:)

He brings a lot to the character that I have never really considered in reading the Bible. He does a great job at "humanizing" Paul. Paul was such a tremendous apostle at the start of the Christian church. I think Hopkins has given to us, in this film, a look at Paul that truly shows his human side. I tried to understand what might have been Paul's "thorn in the flesh." Maybe it was his arrogance (as he stated himself). I've always thought it was possibly some physical impairment but after seeing this movie, maybe it has more to do with pride, etc. An interesting perspective.

Anyway, I highly recommend the movie. It shows some of what the Bible describes of the relationship between Peter and Paul. The film stays pretty close to what the Bible describes (certainly taking a little artistic license) in filling in some places. Even that though is done very well.

61 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Book of Acts made interesting and understandable!, May 12, 2006

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Michael Ziegler (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Peter & Paul DVD (DVD)

First, I agree with other reviewers here that the portrayal of Paul the Apostle by Anthony Hopkins is a standout performance worthy of an emmy nomination. Robert Foxworth's Peter is also interestingly done but our information is lacking about his ministry when he disappears after Chapter 7 in the book of Acts. Therefore the movie focuses on Paul's attempt to unite Jew,Greek and Roman in a trinity of new Christian faith and this film delivers on that concept, even though it is somewhat romanticized. Some very effective scenes remind you of "Jesus of Nazareth". One suprise is when Paul is being confronted by his "thorn in the flesh" while consulting with Barnabas and Mark, you hear a mysterious sound that is tough to catch but Mark inquires what it is to which Paul replies "just an animal". (Actually it is a devil). Also there is a great confrontation with the woman who throws her voice into statues and animals to ridicule Paul's ministry. When Paul tells her that she won't have the power to do that again it is effective enough to put a fear of the Lord into you! We get to see the journeys of Paul and Barnabas (you will notice a gradual decline in the richness of Barnabas shown in his clothing) , we meet Luke, Timothy, Silas, Mark and get a basic grip on what the spread of Christianity was all about in the ancient world. Nero's fay behavior will get on your nerves especially when he is engaged in conversations about Paul with his jailer. Paul's triumphant entry as a prisoner into Rome will remind you of Jesus and his entry into Jerusalem so much so that it can bring a tear to your eye. The original scene of Paul forgiving the Axeman when he is beheaded has been removed for some reason on this DVD. Well recommended to anyone who wants some insight into the early development of the Church and to understand persecution of the apostles!

50 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WOW, July 24, 2000

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Richard N Morse (Bristol, RI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Peter & Paul [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Fabulous! Absolutely worth your time. Every christian should have this in their video collection. Anythony Hopkins and Robert Foxworth do a phenominal job of portraying Peter and Paul. Though not perfect, a highly reliable, detailed and very accurate portrayal of those incredible days. Do yourself a favor, make church history real to your kids and new converts to the faith.