If you loved
Mary Magdalene
Garth Davis · Film · 2018
If Mary Magdalene moved you, you will appreciate these stories of women forging their own paths through history and faith.
Books on the same thread
The Midwife's Apprentice
Karen Cushman · Book · 1995
Shares a thread with Mary Magdalene: Female empowerment.
Like the protagonist in Mary Magdalene who rejects traditional expectations, this story follows a young girl seeking independence and a new identity while navigating the constraints of medieval life.
The Handmaid's Tale
Margaret Atwood · Book · 2017
Explores: Totalitarianism, Religious Extremism, Gender Inequality.
While Mary Magdalene explores the struggle against religious tradition, this narrative offers a darker, speculative look at the dangers of religious extremism and the fight to reclaim personal freedom.
Untamed
Glennon Doyle · Book · 2020
Shares a thread with Mary Magdalene: Female Empowerment.
Just as Mary Magdalene finds her own voice within a spiritual movement, this memoir provides a modern roadmap for women seeking to discard societal expectations in favor of authentic self-discovery.
Becoming
Michelle Obama · Book · 2018
Shares a thread with Mary Magdalene: Female Empowerment.
Mirroring the historical significance of Mary Magdalene, this autobiography chronicles the journey of a woman breaking barriers and defining her own purpose while operating within a public, high-stakes environment.
Series on the same thread
The Chosen
Dallas Jenkins · Series · 2019
Shares 3 threads with Mary Magdalene: Faith, Biblical Drama, Historical Drama.
If you were drawn to the spiritual awakening depicted in Mary Magdalene, this series provides a deeper look at the lives transformed by their direct encounters with a charismatic leader.
The Bible
Series · 2013
Shares 3 threads with Mary Magdalene: Faith, Biblical Drama, Religious Drama.
Those who appreciated the biblical setting of Mary Magdalene will find a familiar and expansive exploration of the events and religious foundations that shaped that historical time period.
Jesus of Nazareth
Franco Zeffirelli · Series · 1977
Shares 3 threads with Mary Magdalene: Faith, Biblical Drama, Historical Drama.
This epic production shares the same biblical roots as Mary Magdalene, offering a grander scale to the life and ministry of Jesus that you witnessed from her unique perspective.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Amy Sherman-Palladino · Series · 2017
Shares a thread with Mary Magdalene: Female Empowerment.
Much like the woman who defies convention in Mary Magdalene, Midge Maisel navigates a sudden life shift to pursue a path that challenges the rigid social norms of her time.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Ascension · Podcast · 2026
Shares a thread with Mary Magdalene: faith.
If the spiritual context of Mary Magdalene resonated with you, this podcast offers a structured, immersive way to continue your own journey through the texts that define those beliefs.
Making Space with Hoda Kotb
Hoda Kotb, TODAY · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Human resilience, Emotional healing, Self-discovery.
Echoing the theme of self-discovery found in Mary Magdalene, these conversations focus on the resilience of the human spirit and the personal strength required to define your own life.
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Common questions
Is Mary Magdalene a historical documentary?
Mary Magdalene is a 2018 feature film directed by Garth Davis. It is a narrative drama set in the first century that dramatizes the life of Mary Magdalene as she flees an arranged marriage to join a radical movement led by Jesus.
What is the premise of Mary Magdalene?
Mary Magdalene follows a free-spirited woman in the first century who escapes an arranged marriage. She seeks a new sense of purpose by joining a radical religious movement led by a charismatic preacher named Jesus, eventually becoming a key figure in his inner circle.
Who directed the 2018 film Mary Magdalene?
The 2018 film Mary Magdalene was directed by Garth Davis. The movie focuses on the personal journey of its title character as she leaves her family to find refuge and meaning within the movement established by Jesus.
Does Mary Magdalene feature a reimagining of the first century?
Yes, Mary Magdalene depicts the first century through the perspective of a woman who rejects traditional marriage. The film explores her experiences as she finds a sense of purpose and follows the radical teachings of the preacher Jesus during that historical period.