The Star

The Star is a 2017 American animated biblical comedy film directed by Timothy Reckart, and written by Carlos Kotkin from a story by Kotkin and Simon Moore, based on an original concept by Tom Sheridan. Inspired by the Nativity of Jesus, the film features the voices of Steven Yeun, Gina Rodriguez, Zachary Levi, Keegan-Michael Key, Kelly Clarkson, Patricia Heaton, Kristin Chenoweth, Tracy Morgan, Tyler Perry, and Oprah Winfrey. The Star released in the United States on November 17, 2017, by Sony Pictures Releasing. The film received mixed reviews from critics and grossed $62 million worldwide against a budget of $20 million. It received a nomination for Best Original Song ("The Star" by Mariah Carey) at the 75th Golden Globe Awards.