The Passion of the Christ 2's first teaser footage has confirmed the Biblical epic sequel's title, as Mel Gibson returns as director.

Mel Gibson has found a partner in Lionsgate for The Resurrection of the Christ, the follow-up to the 2004 hit The Passion of the Christ.

Mel Gibson and Bruce Davey, and their Icon Productions banner, have chosen Lionsgate as the studio partner on “The Resurrection of the Christ,” the follow-up to their landmark 2004 film “The Passion of the Christ.