New Life: The Movie

New Life: The Movie (2026)

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New Life is a raw and authentic faith-based coming-of-age story about a college student navigating his relationship with Christ and all the bumps and struggles that come with it. The story follows Peter, an African American college freshman who is struggling to believe in Christianity. After experiencing a traumatic breakup, Peter begins to question his life, purpose, and identity. He blames his Christian upbringing and decides to walk away from his faith during college. At freshman orientation, we are introduced to Melissa, a college sophomore and enthusiastic follower of Christ. She is a student leader at a Christian fellowship group on campus called New Life. When Melissa meets Peter, she invites him to join the fellowship. After hearing his doubts, she compassionately challenges his unbelief.

Director: Cleve Brown III

Casts

	Parion Roberts as Peter Lewis Johnson
	Saisha Teagues as Melissa Brown
	Gregory Williams Jr. as Zechariah M. Harris
	Alize Smith as Joy Williams
	Shailesh Sivanantham as Angel
	Toy Anderson-Cook as Peter's Mom
	Darrin Goss as Peter's Dad
	Anthony Majors as Minister Levy
	Quincel Quiambao as Esther
	Jada Henriques as Racquelle
	Rachel Okwudiafor Johnson as Racquelle's Friend
	Roshelle Lennon as BSU President
	Fariss Ryan as President Adams
	Pat Dotman as Officer Jackson
	Nathaniel Alden as Officer Smith
	Jaylin Damon as BSU Student
	Adora Bailey as BSU Student 2
	Dorien Spiller as Rome
	Dezarae Kennedy as Scarlet
	Antoine Hunter as Maurice
	Justin Higgs as Brotha on the Corner
	Veronica McCurtis-Mitchell as Ice Cream Server
	Njeri Mwaniki as Beer Pong Girl

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