Journey to Bethlehem Soundtrack: Journey to Bethlehem is a 2023 American Christmas musical film, directed by Adam Anders and written by Adam Anders and Peter Barsocchini. A modern retelling of the Nativity story, it follows Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem, blending classic Christmas melodies with new pop songs. The film stars Fiona Palomo as Mary, Milo Manheim as Joseph, and Antonio Banderas as King Herod, alongside Geno Segers, Joel Smallbone, and MŌRIAH. It opened in US theaters on November 10, 2023.
Quick Facts
| Film | Journey to Bethlehem (2023) |
| Genre | Christmas musical, biblical drama |
| Director | Adam Anders |
| Writers | Adam Anders & Peter Barsocchini |
| Composers | Adam Anders, Nikki Anders & Peer Åström |
| US Release Date | November 10, 2023 |
| Soundtrack Release | Digital: November 3, 2023; Deluxe/score edition: November 24, 2023 |
| Lead Cast | Fiona Palomo, Milo Manheim, Antonio Banderas |
The full cast also includes Geno Segers, Joel Smallbone, MŌRIAH, Stephanie Gil, Omid Djalili, Rizwan Manji, and Lecrae, several of whom also lend their voices to the soundtrack.
Who composed the Journey to Bethlehem?
The original songs and score were written and produced by Adam Anders, Nikki Anders, and Peer Åström, and performed by cast members including Fiona Palomo, Milo Manheim, Antonio Banderas, Joel Smallbone, Lecrae, MŌRIAH, and Stephanie Gil. Anders is best known for his music production and arranging work on Glee and the High School Musical franchise. The soundtrack album was released digitally by Capitol Christian Music Group on November 3, 2023, followed by a deluxe edition featuring the film score on November 24, 2023.
Journey to Bethlehem Soundtrack List
Here is a complete list of Journey to Bethlehem soundtracks. You can listen on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, SoundCloud, and other various platforms.
| Track | Performer(s) | Length |
| O Come, O Come, Emmanuel | Daniela Riveri | 0:19 |
| Journey to Bethlehem | The JTB Choir | 1:48 |
| Mary’s Getting Married | Fiona Palomo, MŌRIAH, Stephanie Gil & The JTB Choir | 3:35 |
| Good to Be King | Antonio Banderas & Joel Smallbone | 2:57 |
| Can We Make This Work | Fiona Palomo & Milo Manheim | 2:47 |
| Mother to a Savior and King | Fiona Palomo | 3:55 |
| The Ultimate Deception | Milo Manheim | 2:56 |
| Three Wise Guys | Omid Djalili, Rizwan Manji & Geno Segers | 2:35 |
| We Become We | Fiona Palomo & Milo Manheim | 2:09 |
| In My Blood | Joel Smallbone | 2:55 |
| The Nativity Song | Zoe Arnau, Lecrae, Fiona Palomo, Fran Llorens, Geno Segers, Rizwan Manji, Omid Djalili & The JTB Choir | 4:04 |
| Brand New Life (feat. We The Kingdom) | Steven Curtis Chapman | 3:27 |
Music lovers can enjoy these songs on various platforms like Amazon Music and YouTube Music. Where to stream: Journey to Bethlehem is available to rent or buy digitally and on Apple TV+, and the soundtrack streams on Spotify and Apple Music.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for Journey to Bethlehem?
Adam Anders, Nikki Anders, and Peer Åström wrote and produced the film’s original songs and score, which are performed by the cast.
Who wrote and directed Journey to Bethlehem?
Adam Anders directed the film from a screenplay he co-wrote with Peter Barsocchini.
Who stars in Journey to Bethlehem?
Fiona Palomo plays Mary and Milo Manheim plays Joseph, with Antonio Banderas as King Herod. The cast also includes Geno Segers, Joel Smallbone, and MŌRIAH.
When was Journey to Bethlehem released?
The film opened in US theaters on November 10, 2023. The soundtrack was released digitally on November 3, 2023, followed by a deluxe score edition on November 24, 2023.
Where can I listen to the Journey to Bethlehem soundtrack?
The soundtrack is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
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