Anne Wilson Biopic “My Jesus”: Cast, Carly Pearce’s Cameo and the Nov. 15 Opry Shoot
"My Jesus," the Lionsgate and Kingdom Story Company film inspired by Christian country singer Anne Wilson, is now in production with newcomer Aliza Kate Barlow in the lead, country star Carly Pearce confirmed for a special appearance, and a concert scene set to shoot at the Grand Ole Opry on Sunday, November 15, 2026. No release date has been announced in the reports we read. Here is who is attached, what the story covers, where the song behind it sits in Christian chart history, and how fans can take part in the Opry shoot.
The quick version
- Studios: Lionsgate and Kingdom Story Company, the team behind I Can Only Imagine and Jesus Revolution.
- Lead: Aliza Kate Barlow plays Anne Wilson, in her feature debut.
- Carly Pearce: a special appearance and her first film role, announced November 10, 2026.
- Based on: Wilson's book My Jesus: From Heartache to Hope and her hit song "My Jesus."
- Director and writer: Kay Oyegun, who wrote the screenplay and makes her feature directorial debut, according to Deadline.
- Opry scene: Sunday, November 15, 1:00 to 7:00 PM at the Grand Ole Opry, with Anne Wilson and Matthew West performing.
- Release date: not announced; the studio describes it as a film that will come to theaters.
What the film is about
The official synopsis calls it a music-driven, coming-of-age story. Anne, a regular teenager, is driven by a life-altering moment to post a video of herself singing online. The response snowballs and catches the attention of executives across the Christian and country music industries. As her voice reaches more people, Anne has to handle what her gift does to her family and friends, the weight of her own expectations, and how she sees herself, her place in the world and her relationship with God.
The film follows a real path. Wilson has said the song grew out of the loss of her older brother, Jacob, in a car accident at 23, and the moment she says she heard God ask whether she would trust Him. She released "My Jesus" on April 16, 2021, and has described it as a testimony of a personal God. The movie is billed as inspired by that story, so expect dramatised scenes rather than a documentary record.
Cast announced so far
Deadline reported the original cast in September: Aliza Kate Barlow in the title role, with Gavin Casalegno (The Summer I Turned Pretty), Monica Potter (Parenthood), Charles Esten (Nashville, Outer Banks) and Beau Bridges (Matlock). On November 10, Deadline added six names:
- Cheyenne Jackson
- Abby Glover
- Sophia Bunnell
- Chloé Flowers
- Pilot Bunch
- Carly Pearce, who makes a special appearance
The reports we read do not say which character each new actor plays, so we are not guessing. Pearce's casting is the headline for country fans: Billboard describes it as her film debut, which fits a story that sits where Christian music and country music overlap.
The Opry shoot on November 15
Kingdom Story Company is filming what it calls a pivotal concert scene at the Grand Ole Opry on Sunday, November 15, from 1:00 to 7:00 PM. In the scene Anne is introduced to the Opry crowd by a special guest. The studio says the day will include the cast, special appearances and a performance by Anne Wilson and Matthew West, plus other surprise guests.
The studio is inviting fans to appear as audience members. Its sign-up page asks for your details, your age, whether you have been an extra before, and whether you can stay the full seven hours, and it asks you to dress in your best Opry concert apparel. If you plan to go, use only the official page on kingdomstorycompany.com and read its privacy terms first; a legitimate film shoot does not charge extras to take part.
Where "My Jesus" sits in Christian chart history
The song was a breakthrough. It debuted at No. 13 on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart dated May 1, 2021, then climbed to No. 1 there and on the Christian Airplay chart. It also led the Bubbling Under Hot 100. It was the lead single from her debut album, also titled My Jesus, released in 2022, and it was nominated for Top Christian Song at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards. It also won Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year at the 2022 GMA Dove Awards, according to Wikipedia's song entry.
To see how that kind of chart success is measured, read our guide to how Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart works, check the current top Christian songs, and see how the Dove Awards recognised the genre in the 2026 Dove Awards results.
Why this film is one to watch
Faith-based films built around real artists have a strong record at the box office. Kingdom Story Company's I Can Only Imagine is a fixture in our list of the highest-grossing Christian movies, and our 2026 faith-based box office ranking shows how the genre is performing this year. Music-led stories also fit a wider trend, from Christian artists topping charts to feature-length projects such as the Forrest Frank tour documentary planned for 2027. A "My Jesus" release would add a scripted entry to that run, although until a date is announced it is only a candidate.
What we do not know yet
- Release date and distribution plan: not announced in the reports we checked.
- Character list: the new cast members' roles have not been published.
- Soundtrack: no track list has been confirmed. We will not guess which songs appear.
When more is confirmed we will update this page.
FAQ
Who plays Anne Wilson in the "My Jesus" movie?
Aliza Kate Barlow, who is making her feature film debut, according to Deadline.
What is Carly Pearce's role in "My Jesus"?
She will make a special appearance in the film, which Billboard describes as her film debut. The reports do not describe her character.
When does the "My Jesus" movie come out?
No release date has been announced. Production was set to begin in October 2026, and a concert scene shoots at the Grand Ole Opry on November 15.
Is the film a true story?
It is inspired by Anne Wilson's real career journey and her book My Jesus: From Heartache to Hope. As with most biographical dramas, some scenes will be dramatised.
Can fans join the Opry scene on November 15?
The studio is accepting sign-ups from men, women, boys and girls on its official page. Attendance is limited to those who sign up and are confirmed.
Sources: Deadline, Lionsgate Film "My Jesus" Adds Cheyenne Jackson and Carly Pearce (November 10, 2026) and Anne Wilson Film "My Jesus" To Star Aliza Kate Barlow (September 2026); Billboard, Carly Pearce to Make Film Debut in Anne Wilson Biopic "My Jesus"; Kingdom Story Company, My Jesus: Concert Scene at the Grand Ole Opry; Wikipedia, "My Jesus" (Anne Wilson song) for chart and award history. All read November 12, 2026. Production details can change; check the studio for updates.