Silver Spring, Maryland (August 15, 2024) – Hope Channel International is excited to announce the North American on-demand release of "The Hopeful," a compelling new film that will be available to stream at home starting August 23. This release aims to spread a message of hope and healing, providing a meaningful way to connect with others and share the story of the Advent hope.

"The Hopeful" is a riveting historical drama that follows the journey of William Miller, a simple farmer turned influential preacher, whose predictions about Christ’s return led to the emergence of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Directed by Emmy Award-winner Kyle Portbury, the film explores themes of faith, perseverance, and the power of community in the face of disappointment.

Starting August 23, viewers in North America can visit TheHopefulMovie.com to stream the film at home, school, or church! Individuals can sign up now to be notified of its release and receive other exciting updates. The platform will offer several options, including a gifting feature that allows viewers to pay it forward to others, spreading hope within their communities. 

Using it as an evangelism tool, pastors and ministry leaders can purchase bundles of viewing codes at a discounted bulk rate, enabling them to share "The Hopeful" with their congregations and communities. Additionally, through the Wonder Events service, churches can host screenings of the film and use these events as fundraising opportunities for initiatives such as Pathfinders and mission trips. For more details, visit Wonder Events.

Kevin Christenson, director of Hope Studios & executive producer of "The Hopeful," said, "Reports from Adventist pastors across the continent have already shown people joining churches after seeing the film in cinemas back in April. Now, we have the chance to extend this impact by sharing the story of the Advent hope with neighbors, friends, and co-workers, all from the comfort of their homes."

Vyacheslav Demyan, president of Hope Channel International, added, "The release of 'The Hopeful' for streaming is a significant milestone for us. It aligns perfectly with our mission to bring hope to every home and supports our 2030 vision of reaching 1 billion people globally with the message of eternal hope. Please join us in this global movement of hope by supporting and sharing this important message.”

The release of "The Hopeful" film is supported by various additional resources to enhance the viewing experience and engagement. The "Hope is on the Way" book is available in hard copy and e-reader on Amazon, and "Steps to Christ: The Hopeful Edition" is available at AdventSource. The film's music can be found on Apple Music and Spotify, and an interactive Bible study is available on Hope. Study.

About Hope Studios

Hope Studios, the cinematic arm of Hope Channel International, crafts and shares stories across the globe through our footprint in over one hundred countries. With content rooted in faith and values, its mission transcends entertainment. Hope Studios strives to inspire positive change through the universal language of storytelling.

About Hope Channel

Hope Channel is a Seventh-day Adventist global media network that connects every heart globally with eternal hope through media that inspires. 

Hope Channel produces and distributes content in 100+ languages in more than 80 countries around the world, each creating tailored messages to meet the spiritual needs of their communities. 

For additional information, contact:

Hope Channel International: [email protected] or 888-446-7388

Marketing Department: (301) 680-6689

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