This post is a movie review about the new release, Ruth & Boaz (2025).
Trigger warning: possible spoilers ahead.
The new retelling of the Biblical story of Ruth has broken records worldwide — but is the movie as good as the trailer promised? How biblically accurate is it, and is the faith portrayed in a way that honors God?
I was both excited and skeptical to see what Tyler Perry and DeVon Franklin could do with this beloved story. The story of Ruth has always been close to my heart — from her introduction to God to her deep bond with her mother-in-law, Naomi. It’s a story that reveals God’s kindness, grace, and guiding hand in an ordinary person’s life.
Plot of Ruth & Boaz
Ruth & Boaz is a modern-day retelling of one of the most iconic love stories in the Bible. After walking away from a potential record deal leads to a tragic act of revenge, Ruth feels called to join her late boyfriend’s mother, Naomi, as they leave Atlanta for a small town in Tennessee to start over. The only job Ruth can find is at a local vineyard, owned by Bo “Boaz” Azra, who falls for her the moment they meet. Ruth clings to her faith as she learns to trust again, but her past soon catches up with her, testing both her strength and her belief in redemption.
Characters
Ruth: Serayah McNeill
Boaz Astra: Tyler Lepley
Naomi: Phylicia Rashad
Breanna: (Supporting role)
James Lee Thomas, Babyface, Christopher Broughton (Supporting roles)
Thoughts about the movie
I went in with low expectations, assuming it might be another attempt to modernize a Bible story in a cringeworthy way. The trailer didn’t leave me convinced. But as the story unfolded, I found myself moved, because if you look deeper, you can truly see God’s hand in this film.
When it comes to Biblical retellings, keeping the heart of the story intact is crucial. In Christian films, it’s equally important to see a reflection of God’s character. In Ruth & Boaz, the filmmakers managed to preserve the core message of faith, redemption, and divine providence while setting it in a modern context.
They didn’t copy the story word-for-word, but they kept the essential truths that reveal who God is. Certain moments and lines resonated deeply with me — especially one that captured God’s heart so well:
“I wished you’d trusted me enough to tell me — that you trusted that I loved you enough.”
That line alone reminded me of how often God wants us to trust Him more fully.
As with any Christian movie, it’s important to watch with both an open and discerning heart. Don’t look for flaws just to dismiss the film. Instead, view it as a potential tool God can use to reach those who need to hear His message. Rather than criticizing what it lacks, pray for the actors, the filmmakers, and those who will watch, that it would stir hearts to seek God more deeply.
If you’re open to hearing from Him, God will speak to you through this story. This film beautifully demonstrates God’s grace and redemption — how He takes broken things and makes them new.
As Romans 8:28 reminds us:
“He works all things together for good for those who love Him.”
In the movie, when the vineyard burns down, it seems like everything is lost — yet God uses that tragedy for good. The wine produced afterwards tastes even better than before, symbolizing how God refines and restores what has been destroyed.
Ruth’s journey reminds us that God can use even the parts of our past we’re trying to escape. Through her pain, she becomes a blessing — not only to Naomi but to everyone around her. The burning of the barn, rather than an ending, becomes the beginning of something better.
Final thoughts
Ruth & Boaz is more than just a modern love story — it’s a cinematic reminder of God’s redemptive power. If you allow yourself to look beyond the surface, you’ll find a film that speaks of grace, forgiveness, and the beauty of second chances.
Watch it not just as entertainment, but as an opportunity to see how God still writes beautiful stories from broken ones.
⭐ Verdict:
8.5/10 — A touching, faith-filled retelling that proves God’s stories never go out of style.
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