Looking for faith-based films the whole family can enjoy without scrolling through mainstream platforms? Christian Cinema has been curating Christian movies for over two decades — making it one of the longest-running digital destinations for faith and family films.^1
Founded in 1999 by brothers Kevin and Bobby Downes in Visalia, California, the platform started by shipping VHS tapes from a spare bedroom.^2 Today it offers a hybrid model: subscribe for unlimited access with monthly or annual plans, or buy and rent individual titles on demand.^3 New films are added weekly across genres including dramas, documentaries, short films, and educational programs.^1 You can watch across Apple TV, iOS, Android, Roku, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, and Fire Tablets, picking up where you left off on any device.^4
In 2023, Cinedigm (now Cineverse Corp.) acquired Christian Cinema alongside the faith-based review site Dove.org, bringing the platform under a major streaming distributor.^5 The integration of Dove.org content ratings helps families make informed viewing choices.^4
Why Christians Love It"So many have been waiting for this app! Thank you for finally having it available for download!"^6
"I love that there is a place to watch movies dedicated to sharing the love of Christ."^7
Notable- Co-founded by Kevin Downes, a Christian filmmaker known for acting in and producing faith-based films such as the God's Not Dead series^2
- Originally operated by The Giving Company before acquisition by Cineverse in February 2023^5
- Integrated Dove.org content ratings to help families make informed viewing choices^4
- Mobile apps actively maintained — iOS and Android both updated December 2025^6
