Pakistan, July 3 -- Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ is returning to cinemas this September in a newly remastered format, building anticipation for the long-awaited sequel due next year. Lionsgate and Fathom Entertainment will bring the biblical drama back to the big screen from 10 to 17 September, newly remastered in 4K with Dolby Atmos sound.

Ticket buyers will also receive a sneak peek at The Resurrection of the Christ: Part One, which Lionsgate describes as Gibson's "most ambitious filmmaking achievement" and the "largest faith film ever brought to the screen."

Kevin Grayson, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group's president of worldwide distribution, said the reissue was about giving existing fans a fresh experience while reaching a...