A rebellious Christ figure trades sermons for choppers on an LSD-fueled ride through 1970s Americana.
J.C.
“J.C.” preached love… lived violence!!
Jesus Christ is reborn, to a father who is a strict Southern Baptist. As a teenager, Jesus rebels against his rigid upbringing. He joins a biker gang, experiments with LSD, and leads a trip west to fight the establishment.
Quick Answer
J.C. is a 1972 American action-adventure drama directed by William F. McGaha about a modern-day Jesus reborn into a strict Baptist family who rebels by joining a biker gang and leading an LSD-fueled quest to challenge the establishment.
Programmer's Pick
J.C. doesn’t just turn water into wine—he spikes the punchbowl and leads a biker gang straight into the heart of small-town hypocrisy. If you’ve ever wondered what a Southern-fried Jesus on acid might look like, saddle up.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Overview
Why This Matters
This 1972 action film was directed, co-written, and starred in by William F. McGaha, and was distributed by AVCO Embassy Pictures, reflecting the era's trend of multi-hyphenate filmmakers and independent distribution channels.
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Why Cult
Witness a modern messiah swap sandals for motorcycles as J.C. leads his own brand of apostles across the American South.
The film dives into psychedelic territory as the protagonist's acid trips spark prophetic experiences and wild confrontations.
A unique blend of outlaw biker culture and Southern-fried exploitation, packed with beer, bonfires, and backwoods bravado.
J.C. goes head-to-head with small-town church leaders, channeling righteous fury in scenes that echo biblical upheaval.
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Questions from the Vault
When was J.C. released? +
J.C. was released in 1972.
Who directed J.C.? +
J.C. was directed by William F. McGaha.
How long is J.C.? +
J.C. has a runtime of 99 minutes.
What genre is J.C.? +
J.C. is an action, adventure, and drama film.
Where can I watch J.C.? +
You can watch J.C. on SassyFlix.
How does J.C. challenge the church leaders in his hometown? +
After experiencing a prophetic vision while on LSD, J.C. returns to his hometown and confronts the church establishment, disrupting their authority in a manner reminiscent of biblical rebellion.
