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Director: Phil Vischer, Mike Nawrocki
Actors: Phil Vischer, Mike Nawrocki, Tim Hodge
PlotBob the Tomato and a group of VeggieTales characters find themselves in a pickle after a car accident leaves them stranded. Seeking shelter, they stumble into a rundown seafood restaurant, where the Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything regale them with the biblical story of Jonah. Jonah, portrayed by Archibald Asparagus, is a prophet chosen by God to deliver a message of repentance to the wicked city of Nineveh. Reluctant to undertake such a perilous mission, Jonah attempts to flee from his divine duty. He boards a ship headed in the opposite direction, hoping to escape his responsibilities. However, a fierce storm strikes, terrifying the sailors and making Jonah realize his mistake.
After being thrown overboard by the panicked sailors as a way to calm the tempest, Jonah is swallowed by a giant fish. Inside the fish, he prays and repents for his disobedience. God hears Jonah’s prayers and gives him a second chance, prompting the fish to spit him out on dry land. Reinvigorated with a newfound commitment to his mission, Jonah heads towards Nineveh to deliver God’s message, accompanied by a few quirky characters he meets along the way. The story emphasizes themes of mercy, compassion, and second chances, leaving a lasting impact on the VeggieTales crew listening back in the present day.
Writers: Phil Vischer, Mike Nawrocki, Tim Hodge
Release Date: 04 Oct 2002
Runtime: 82 min
Rating: G
Country: United States
Language: English
Buoyed by vibrant visuals, engaging music, and humor, 'Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie' entertains kids and offers a pain-free viewing for parents, though special features are lackluster.
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