Epoch Watchlist: Recommended Viewing for April 3–9

This week, we feature a historical drama about the American colonies’ first spiritual revival and a warm comedy-drama about loyal dog that honors a promise.

New Release

‘A Great Awakening’

Rev. George Whitefield (Jonathan Blair) travels the Thirteen Colonies drawing massive crowds with his sermons, while Benjamin Franklin (John Paul Sneed), at first skeptical, helps spread his message. The movement came to be known as the First Great Awakening.

While it runs a little long, you can feel the early American spirit come through strong, and the push and pull between Whitefield and Franklin keeps the narrative from lagging. There’s a lot of important history here, and it’s presented in a way that holds your attention.

Drama | History Release Date: April 3, 2026 Director: Joshua Enck Starring: John Paul Sneed, Jonathan Blair, JT Schaeffer Running Time: 2 hours, 9 minutes MPAA Rating: PG-13 Where to Watch: Theaters Rated: 4 stars out of 5

Family Pick

‘A Dog’s Journey’

Faithful dog Bailey (Josh Gad) makes a promise to its owner, Ethan (Dennis Quaid), to protect his granddaughter CJ (Kathryn Prescott). Bailey is reborn into new bodies across the different stages of CJ’s life.  Each lifetime loops him back into her orbit as he tries to stay close.