Joseph, favored son of Jacob and great-grandson of Abraham, is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers. Rising to become prime minister of Egypt. Joseph governed the country during a seven year famine, during which his brothers visit Egypt seeking grain, only to encounter their brother, presumed long dead.
Acting
Ben Kingsley elevates Potiphar from footnote to fascinating
Production
Surprisingly lush Egyptian sets for a TV movie
Costume
That coat. You know the one. Iconic.

Director
Roger Young
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Paul Mercurio was fresh off Strictly Ballroom, making this quite the career pivot.
This 1995 TNT production was part of a wave of 'prestige' Bible miniseries that made Sunday school stories feel like Oscar bait.