Washington – Following the success of National Geographic Channel’s (NGC) factual drama of Bill O’Reilly’s best-selling history Killing Lincoln, NGC President Howard. T Owens has announced that the network will once more work with Scott Free Productions to co-produce a film based on O’Reilly’s and co-author, Martin Dugard’s Killing Jesus: A History. The announcement comes as the network is also in pre-production on the film adaptation of “Killing Kennedy,” expected to air globally on National Geographic Channels later this year.

Production is slated to begin this fall, combining rare historical insights with dramatic and emotionally engaging storytelling in the signature style of Scott Free Productions. Killing Jesus will premiere globally on NGC in 171 countries and 38 languages in 2014.

“With the tremendous success of ‘Killing Lincoln,’ partnering with Bill O’Reilly on his next two blockbuster titles is a real thrill for us, and clearly something our audience craves,” said Owens. “Scott Free Productions continue to be ideal partners as we work to increase our commitment to producing quality, smart, factual dramas and delivering authentic entertainment with substance.”