The upcoming History Channel miniseries The Bible builds on the entertainment industry’s newfound admiration for spiritual storytelling.

Big screen projects like Noah and a film centered on Pontius Pilate won’t hit theaters for a while, but this week The History Channel is offering an extended look at its religious-themed presentation.

The five part, 10-hour miniseries, starring Roma Downey (who co-produced) and Keith David, debuts March 3.