Easter celebration involves plenty of things that can keep everyone busy throughout the day. From preparing the delicious Easter meal to planning fun Easter games, the Easter day can be full of outdoor adventures. If you want to take a moment to relax and spend some time with family or friends, consider watching some Easter movies that will remind everyone what the holiday is all about.
If you are hosting an Easter movie night, make sure to have all the essentials, like a projector, movie screen, LED lights, and a portable power source. Jackery Solar Generators are reliable and robust charging solutions that charge most indoor or outdoor appliances on movie night without emitting noise or toxic fumes.
What Makes an 'Easter Movie'?
An Easter movie is an enlightening and beautiful film related to Easter themes, such as renewal, hope, redemption, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. There are many reasons to watch an Easter movie as an Easter activity.
- Easter movies not only offer entertainment but also provide education about biblical narratives about Easter.
- Watching movies on Easter is a tradition for many families, where everyone can spend quality time together.
- It's a popular Easter activity that helps everyone understand the religious significance of the holiday and connect deeply with Jesus's teachings.
Best Easter Movies for Kids & Adults
Each holiday seems to have a long list of movies — and the same goes for Easter. Whether you want to go cozy in front of the TV after Easter brunch or post-Easter dinner, here are some Easter movies for kids and adults to check out.
Easter Movies For Kids
Here, we will include some Easter movies for kids, ranging from biblically focused films to animated movies and Easter-oriented adventures.
- Jesus Christ Superstar (1973)
IMDb Ratings: 7.3/10 (G)
Runtime: 1 hour 46 minutes
Jesus Christ Superstar, directed by Norman Jewison, is a 1973 American musical drama film. It features award-winning music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and song lyrics by Tim Rice. The Easter movie is about the final days of Jesus Christ, told from the perspective of Jesus' betrayer, Judas. If you are looking for something that you can sing along to, this Easter movie might be the ideal pick.
- The Ten Commandments (1956)
IMDb Ratings: 7.9/10 (G)
Runtime: 3 hours 40 minutes
The Ten Commandments have a strong biblical, moral worldview with strong Christian allusions. Moses (the role played by Charlton Heston) is seen enjoying a life of ease in the court of Egypt's pharaoh until he discovers his Hebrew heritage and God's expectations of him. The biblical movie is all about how the world was before Easter happened.
- It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown (1974)
IMDb Ratings: 7.5/10 (G)
Runtime: 30 minutes
If you are looking for a short, animated Easter movie for kids, consider It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown. The movie is about Charlie Brown, Linus, and the Peanuts gang, who are off on a lively Easter egg hunt. They suspect they have spotted the Easter Bunny, but the thing is, he looks a lot like Snoopy, Charlie Brown's pet beagle. Kids will love exploring whether it truly is the Easter Bunny or just the irrepressible Snoopy playing a trick.
- The Prince of Egypt (1998)
IMDb Ratings: 7.2/10 (PG)
Runtime: 1 hour 39 minutes
This is a classic animated Easter movie for kids that tells the story of Moses and his quest to free his people from slavery—making it perfect for a biblically focused weekend. It features the famous Oscar-winning song "When You Believe," which was recorded by Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. The film is based on the Book of Exodus in the Bible.
- Ice Age: The Great Egg-Scapade (2016)
IMDb Ratings: 5.9/10 (G)
Runtime: 25 minutes
The animated Easter movie is set out on the world's first Easter egg hunt. Sid starts an egg-sitting service. However, Squint steals and hides all of the offspring. Manny, Diego, and the gang joined by Squint's kindlier brother, Clint, come to the rescue. The mission turned into the world's first Easter egg hunt, which has now become an Easter tradition.
- Rise of the Guardians (2012)
IMDb Ratings: 7.2/10 (PG)
Runtime: 1 hour 37 minutes
Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, and the Sandman are all set to protect children from darkness or impending blackouts. The kid-friendly movie also features Jack Frost, who must stop the evil Pitch Black from destroying the Guardians.
Easter Movies For Adults
Here are some of the best Easter movies for adults that will keep everyone entertained throughout Easter night.
- The Dog Who Saved Easter (2014)
IMDb Ratings: 3.8/10 (PG)
Runtime: 1 hour 27 minutes
If you are a dog lover, this Easter movie is definitely worth watching. It's about a golden retriever named Zeus who is spending time at daycare while the family is away for Easter. However, things take a different turn, and Zeus (with his furry friends) saves the family from evil criminals. The movie depicts Zeus and his friends' journey to save Easter Day from getting ruined by criminals.
- Yogi the Easter Bear (1994)
IMDb Ratings: 6.3/10 (NR)
Runtime: 46 minutes
Yogi, the Easter Bear is a popular Western animated film in which Yogi eats all the candy for Jellystone's Easter Jamboree, which leads to Ranger Smith threatening to send him to a Siberian Circus. Yogi and Boo-Boo set off to find the real Easter Bunny, who has been kidnapped by Paulie. Yogi and Boo-Boo follow a trail of jelly beans, rescue the Easter Chicken and Easter Bunny, and return in time to save Ranger Smith.
- I Can Only Imagine (2018)
IMDb Ratings: 7.3/10 (PG)
Runtime: 1 hour 50 minutes
If you want a genuine, heartwarming story, then I Can Only Imagine is the one for you. It focuses on Bart Millard, who grows up in Greenville, Texas, and emotional abuse at the hands of his father, Arthur. It shows how the power of forgiveness can change lives.
- Risen (2016)
IMDb Ratings: 6.3/10 (PG)
Runtime: 1 hour 47 minutes
The American-Spanish film is about a Roman soldier searching for Jesus' resurrection within 40 days of the crucifixion. At its core, this Easter movie is the story of a non-believer turning into a believer.
- The Last Temptation of Christ (1988)
IMDb Ratings: 7.5/10 (R)
Runtime: 2 hours 44 minutes
The Easter-themed movie depicts the life of Jesus Christ and his struggle with various temptations, such as fear, depression, doubt, and reluctance. Jesus, who is a humble Judean carpenter and sees himself as God's son, is drawn into revolutionary action against the Roman occupiers and believes that love is the path to salvation.
- The Greatest Story Ever Told (1965)
IMDb Ratings: 6.5/10 (G)
Runtime: 4 hours 20 minutes
If you want to watch a movie based on Jesus's life, look no further than The Greatest Story Ever Told. It tells the story of Jesus Christ, right from his birth in Bethlehem to his crucifixion and resurrection. However, the movie is a little longer, so make sure all your guests are ready for it!
If you are planning to watch an Easter movie and invite all your guests, make sure to have a reliable power supply handy. Jackery Solar Generators are portable and powerful charging solutions that can supply steady electricity to most outdoor appliances during movie night.
Jackery Solar Generators for Watching Easter Movies
Jackery is a reputable solar brand that manufactures portable and reliable solar generators, power stations, and solar panels. The Jackery Solar Generators combine Jackery Explorer Portable Power Stations and Jackery SolarSaga Solar Panels to charge most indoor or outdoor electrical appliances, especially when no nearby power outlet is available.
When sunlight falls on the monocrystalline silicon solar cells of Jackery SolarSaga Solar Panels, the solar energy is converted to DC electricity. Then, the pure sine wave inverter of the Jackery Explorer Portable Power Stations converts the DC to AC electricity to charge appliances required for a memorable outdoor movie night.
Jackery Solar Generator 2000 Plus
The Jackery Solar Generator 2000 Plus has a large LiFePO4 battery of 2042.8 Wh and can support heavy-duty appliances up to 6000 W. It is designed to charge 99% of outdoor appliances during the Easter movie night, including projectors, screens, LED lights, TVs, and more.
For example, the battery-powered generator can supply steady electricity to a projector (100 W) for 17 hours or TVs (150 W) for 11.5 hours, making it ideal for long movie nights. With the help of Jackery Battery Pack 2000 Plus, the capacity of the solar generator can be expanded from 2 kWh to 24 kWh.
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Jackery Solar Generator 2000 Plus |
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Capacity |
2 kWh-24 kWh |
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Battery Cell |
LiFePO4 |
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Cycle Life |
4000 cycles to 70%+ capacity |
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Dimension |
Length: 14.7 in (37.36 cm) Width: 18.6 in (47.3 cm) Height: 14.1 in (35.94 cm) |
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Recharging Methods |
AC Adapter: 2 Hours Car Adapter (12 V): 25 Hours 6*Jackery SolarSaga 200W Solar Panels: 2 Hours |
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Output Ports |
AC Output (×4): 120 V~ 60 Hz, 20 A Max, AC Output (×1)：120 V~ 60 Hz, 25 A Maximum USB-A Output (x2): Quick Charge 3.0, 18 W Maximum USB-C Output (x2): 100 W Maximum, (5 V, 9 V, 12 V, 15 V, 20 V up to 5 A) |
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Working Hours |
Projector (100 W): 17.3 H Movie Screen (280 W): 6.2 H Portable Cooler (100 W): 17.3 H Speaker (30 W): 57.8 H Lights (10 W): 173.6 H |
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Customer Review
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"Very good quality. The battery lasts a very long time. Very easy to move around with the built-in tires. Love the upgrade ability. The best solar generator I have ever had." — Marc. |
Jackery Solar Generator 1500 Pro
The Jackery Solar Generator 1500 Pro is a midsize battery-powered generator with an NMC battery of 1512 Wh and a high output of 1800 W. It weighs nearly 34.7 lbs and can be carried around to charge multiple appliances during the outdoor movie night.
It features multiple output ports, such as a dual PD 100 W design, two USB-C charging, three 1800 W AC charging ports, and one car charger. With the help of 6*Jackery SolarSaga 200W Solar Panels, you can charge the battery backup in only 2 hours.
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Jackery Solar Generator 1500 Pro |
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Capacity |
1512 Wh |
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Battery Cell |
NMC |
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Cycle Life |
1000 cycles to 80%+ capacity |
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Dimension |
Length: 15.12 in (38.4 cm) Width: 10.59 in (26.9 cm) Height: 12.11 in (30.75 cm) |
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Recharging Methods |
AC Adapter: 2 Hours Car Adapter (12 V): 16.5 Hours 6*Jackery SolarSaga 200W Solar Panels: 2 Hours |
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Output Ports |
AC Output (x3): 120 V, 60 Hz, 1,800 W (3,600 W Peak) USB-A Output (x2): Quick Charge 3.0x2, 18 W Max USB-C Output (x2): 100 W Max, (5V, 9 V, 12 V, 15 V, 20 V up to 5 A) |
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Working Hours |
Projector (100 W): 12.8 H Movie Screen (280 W): 4.5 H Portable Cooler (100 W): 12.8 H Speaker (30 W): 42.8 H Lights (10 W): 128.5 H |
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Customer Review
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"Very pleased with the unit! Seems to work very well." — Rick Bennett. |
Jackery Solar Generator 1000 Plus
The Jackery Solar Generator 1000 Plus offers more power in a small size. It has a LiFePO4 battery with a capacity of 1264 Wh that can be expanded to 5 kWh with the help of the Jackery Battery Pack 1000 Plus. The battery-powered generator can charge 99% of your appliances during the Easter outdoor movie night.
It features multiple output ports to power projectors, speakers, lights, cameras, screens, etc., during Easter night. The Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus Portable Power Station can be quickly charged in 2 hours with the 6*Jackery SolarSaga 200W Solar Panels.
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Jackery Solar Generator 1000 Plus |
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1.2-5 kWh |
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Battery Cell |
LiFePO4 |
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Cycle Life |
4000 cycles to 70%+ capacity |
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Dimension |
Length: 14 in (35.6 cm) Width: 10.24 in (26 cm) Height: 11.14 in (28.3 cm) |
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Recharging Methods |
AC Adapter: 1.7 Hours Car Adapter (12 V): 7 Hours 6*Jackery SolarSaga 200W Solar Panels: 2 Hours |
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Output Ports |
AC Output (x3): 120 V~60 Hz, 2000 W (4000 W Surge Peak) USB-A Output (x2): 18 W Max, 5-5 V⎓3 A USB-C Output (x2): 100 W Maximum, (5 V, 9 V, 12 V, 15 V, 20 V up to 5 A) |
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Working Hours |
Projector (100 W): 10.7 H Movie Screen (280 W): 3.8 H Portable Cooler (100 W): 10.7 H Speaker (30 W): 35.8 H Lights (10 W): 107.4 H |
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Customer Review
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"Power packs are easy to set up, charge, and move around. Weight and size make it easy for the units to move when and where they are needed. Easy to read display. Good for charging multiple devices." — Gary Way. |
How to Host An Outdoor Easter Movie Night?
Setting up the outdoor Easter movie night does not have to be complicated. All you need to do is gather the essentials, set up the movie screen, and prepare the area for the movie night. Here are the detailed steps you need to follow to throw a successful outdoor Easter movie night.
Gather the Essentials
The projector is one of the most essential components for the Easter movie night. You will also need a movie screen that can be easy to set up within a few minutes. Hook a streaming device to the projector so you can stream any Easter movie.
Since most of these essentials will require steady electricity to work, consider investing in a portable and powerful Jackery Solar Generator. These battery-powered generators feature safe and efficient NMC or LiFePO4 batteries to charge appliances for long hours.
Set Up the Movie Screen
Before the guests arrive, start by setting up the movie screen near the large, blank wall. Now, set up the projector on any flat surface and test the positioning of all these appliances. Most projectors need an electrical outlet, so make sure to place the power station nearby.
Add Seating Arrangement
Once the setup is completed, start arranging the patio furniture and lounge chairs so everyone can remain comfortable. If the night seems to be a little colder, light the fire pit or turn on the patio heater. On the other hand, if the temperature is hot, have some mini coolers and fans ready. If you want to add extra appeal to the space, add rugs, pillows, and blankets.
Serve Easter Themed Snacks
Outdoor movie night is incomplete without Easter-themed snacks. You can offer bunny-shaped cookies, sour candies, Easter chocolate eggs, and more. Consider placing a cooler filled with ice in the movie night area to ensure drinks are served cold. Remember to set out hand sanitizers, cloth napkins, and trash cans to clean up the snacks and drinks at the night's end.
Easter Movies FAQs
What size of solar generator do I need for an outdoor movie night?
The size of the solar generator required for an outdoor movie night will depend on the number of appliances you are charging, their wattage consumption, and the number of hours you want to power them.
Here is an example:
Suppose you are simultaneously charging a projector (100 W), movie screen (280 W), and LED lights (10 W) with the Jackery Solar Generator 2000 Plus. The working time of the battery-powered generator will be:
Working Time = Battery Capacity in Wh * 0.85 / Wattage Consumption of Appliances = 2042.8 Wh * 0.85 / 390 W = 4.4 H.
We have multiplied the battery capacity by 0.85 as there will be some power loss when charging the outdoor appliances.
Are there any movies about Easter?
There are many Easter movies to watch, including A Week Away, Easter Sunday, I Can Only Imagine, Risen, Peter Rabbit, and Jesus Christ Superstar.
What is a good Easter movie about Jesus?
There are hundreds of movies about the Easter story of Jesus Christ, such as The Passion of the Christ, The Gospel of John, Ben-Hur, The Miracle Maker, and King of Kings.
What is the new movie about Easter?
Easter Sunday is a 2022 American comedy movie starring Jo Koy. The film is based on Jo Koy's life experiences and the celebration of Easter Sunday. Some other Easter movies include Risen and Testament: The Story of Moses.
Final Thoughts
If you are looking for a biblical Easter movie, there's no shortage of choices. While religious movies include Risen and The Last Temptation of Christ, you can find many inspirational movies like I Can Only Imagine. After picking out one of these Easter movies, be sure to gather the appliances required to host an outdoor movie night. Additionally, you may consider Jackery Solar Generators to charge most of the appliances during outdoor movie nights, including projectors, movie screens, LED lights, TVs, mini-refrigerators, and more!
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