The Prince of Egypt

In this animated retelling of the Book of Exodus, Egyptian Prince Moses, upon discovering his roots as a Jewish slave, embarks on a quest to free his people from bondage. When his plea is denied by his brother Rameses, the new pharaoh, a series of horrific plagues strike Egypt.

Media Type: Movie

Genres: Animation, Drama, History

Educational Topics: Ancient Egypt, Religion

Grade Level: Elementary–Middle

Key Scene: Moses confronts Pharaoh

Teaching Activity Idea: Compare film scenes with historical/biblical texts.

Discussion Questions: How does the movie show conflict between faith and leadership?

Rating: PG

Streaming: Netflix