Jim Caviezel (left) and Mel Gibson on the set of 'The Passion of the Christ.' Courtesy of Everett Collection Share on Facebook Share on X Share to Flipboard Send an Email Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Print the Article Post a Comment Jim Caviezel will not return to play Jesus Christ for director Mel Gibson's forthcoming follow-ups to the smash hit The Passion of the Christ, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.