The Chosen

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So., 29. Juni · 66 Minuten

Pilate summons Atticus to read him the riot act. The Sanhedrin boils over. The Last Supper ends.

So., 29. Juni · 62 Minuten

Jesus arrives at the Last Supper. The disciples fear for their safety as Jesus’ enemies close ranks around them.

So., 29. Juni · 60 Minuten

As Jesus’ followers gather for the Passover meal, His enemies assemble for a man hunt. Judas holds a secret meeting.

Do., 2. Apr. · 51 Minuten

In honor of what took place on this night over 2,000 years ago, we give you our portrayal of the Last Supper. Pulled from all eight of our Season Five episodes, here in continuous, chronological order.

So., 30. Nov. · 10 Minuten

In this episode, Andrew James Allen gets invited to a meal in his own office—the Roman headquarters where he presides as governor Pontius Pilate. If you’ve seen other depictions of Pilate, you might think Andrew’s a bit young to play the part, but he’s been doing things early his whole life, starting his acting career at just 9 years old. Elijah and Andrew reflect on those child acting days that eventually led to this incredibly mature and complex role.

So., 2. Nov. · 9 Minuten

Shmuel may be wrong, but Shaan Sharma plays him so right. For five seasons now, he’s given us a complex character whose sincere faith and devotion make him the most outspoken critic of Jesus. In this episode, Elijah serves up Shaan’s favorite snack and soda as they discuss his critical portrayal and what came before it…including a stint as a singer/songwriter.

So., 30. Nov. · 44 Minuten

Did Abraham, Ezekiel, and Joseph visit Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane? No, probably not. So does that make Episode 8 unbiblical? Hardly. As all of redemptive history is culminating in Jesus, it makes perfect sense to weave in these Old Testament stories that prefigure Him—at least, that’s what our Bible consultants say. Listen as they unpack the deep and meaningful ways Jesus is fulfilling scriptural prophecies and patterns as He begins his sufferings in Gethsemane.

So., 23. Nov. · 25 Minuten

Matthew, Luke, and John—the three Gospel writers we all know. Oh, wait! There’s a fourth. Episode 7 introduced us to Mark, but it also left us with several questions about him. Was he really so young? And was the Upper Room really part of his house? Our consultants dig into the history of Mark and that upstairs room where so many important events happened. But first, Dallas has some questions about footwashing, and the insights from Rabbi Sobel just might knock your socks off.

So., 16. Nov. · 38 Minuten

In Episode 6, we saw the first Communion at the Last Supper. The Chosen’s portrayal stuck closely to Jesus’ words straight from the Gospels, but there’s a longstanding Catholic-Protestant disagreement over how to interpret those words. How literal or figurative was Jesus being when He said, “This is my body,” and “This is my blood”? In this discussion, Father Guffey clearly presents the Catholic viewpoint. Dr. Huffman presents a continuum of Protestant views, and Rabbi Sobel brings in a Jewish perspective, connecting the Lord’s Supper to Passover—and all the way back to the trees in the Garden of Eden. Despite any differences of interpretation, one thing is clear: everyone takes Jesus’ words seriously and believes in the sacredness of this sacrament.

So., 9. Nov. · 44 Minuten

You’ve seen Jesus get angry at corruption in His Father’s house and hypocrisy within the religious leadership, but now, you’ve also seen Him snap at a tree. The “Cursing of the Fig Tree,” has stumped many Christians over the centuries, but Dallas promises our Bible consultants will fig-ure it out. ;) Puns notwithstanding, this discussion truly gives us a solid understanding of the spiritual, historical, and symbolic meaning of what’s been a confusing Bible passage for many.

So., 2. Nov. · 35 Minuten

It’s time to talk about the most bone-chilling scene in the entire season—the moment when Judas gives himself over to “not God.” Our biblical experts weigh in on nagging questions about Jesus’ betrayer. Was he trying to do good or harm? Was he bad from the beginning, or did he stray along the way? Was he a conscious agent or a pawn in a bigger plan? They also discuss perhaps the most surprising question and controversy that came out of this episode: Did Jesus pray for Judas?

So., 26. Okt. · 38 Minuten

Episode 3 covered a lot of ground Biblically—and all of it pretty weighty stuff—so there’s much to discuss. Our scholars address the religious leaders’ attempt to publicly discredit Jesus, His equally public denouncement of them, and his private prediction to the disciples about the end of the age. And despite all the conflict and sadness throughout the episode, they point us to the words of hope and peace at the beginning and end.

So., 19. Okt. · 35 Minuten

It’s time for some lively table talk—literally—as our Bible consultants discuss Jesus turning over tables. They discuss (and disagree over) whether Jesus cleansed the Temple once or twice. And along with explaining why He got so righteously angry, they also consider the deep meaning of his actions from a Jewish perspective—and how it revealed Him as the Father’s Son.

So., 12. Okt. · 48 Minuten

Jesus fulfills an old prophecy and makes a new one. He offers a powerful prayer and hears an audible voice from Heaven. He rides into a joyful city, but weeps over its coming destruction. And all of that’s just Episode 1. There’s a lot to talk about, and our Messianic Jewish rabbi, Catholic priest, and Evangelical scholar are back to discuss it all.

Do., 17. Juli

When he first set out to make The Chosen, Dallas visited Israel to get a deeper understanding of the story in its original setting. What he discovered about the Garden of Gethsemane—the place where Jesus agonized right before His arrest—made a huge impact and gave new meaning to that story. And now, years later, you can see how that discovery affected the making of Gethsemane in Season 5.

So., 24. Aug.

Usually, there’s a clear line between make-believe and reality on a TV set, but for Jordan Walker Ross, that line has occasionally blurred or even disappeared as he’s played the part of Little James. Listen as he shares his personal experience in The Chosen, along with an example of someone else who’s been deeply affected by his story.

So., 27. Juli

Within the same year, she became a mom in real life and on TV. Vanessa Benavente describes how her own experience of motherhood has shaped her portrayal of Jesus’ mother, Mary—and given her a window into the profound loss and love the real Mary would have experienced.

So., 17. Aug.

Yasmine Al-Bustami, our beloved Ramah, is a one-woman cultural melting pot. Born in Abu Dhabi to parents from Jordan and the Philippines, her family emigrated to the US when Yas was just three, and sunk their roots in Texas. So it’s no surprise that her culinary tastes and interests are wide and diverse. Over a fusion of international foods, she tells Elijah about her original degree in finance, her borderline addiction to Chick-fil-A sauce, and how the character of Ramah will always be a part of her. Oh, and she also has a little detective experience of her own, so Elijah had better watch out.

Do., 24. Juli

When you think of Caiaphas, “sweet” probably isn’t the first word that comes to mind, but this interview with the man who plays him is a real treat. Richard Fancy brings a lifetime of film, TV, and stage acting to the role. In this interview, he shares some of that history with us, from Star Trek to Seinfeld. As you’ll see, Richard’s acting chops, smarts, and heart make him absolutely perfect for portraying Caiaphas in all his complexity.

Do., 28. Aug.

Instead of stabbing Jesus in the back, we like to imagine that Judas challenged Him to a friendly axe-throwing competition. And if he had, here’s how it might have gone down… You can see how the real story played out in Season 5, streaming now on Prime Video.

Do., 31. Juli

If you’ve watched The Chosen, you know the disciples are kinda like balloons. They’re under pressure, sometimes full of hot air, and occasionally, they blow up. Did those similarities inspire this showdown? We have no idea, but it was fun to watch. The only thing we’d add: a little helium next time. ;)

So., 13. Juli

What Judas did is well known. Why he did it, that’s the million-dollar question…or the 30-pieces- of-silver question. This episode of More To The Story explores the plausible motives behind the most infamous betrayal in history.

Mi., 9. Juli

To understand the Last Supper, you’ve first got to understand the Passover—the Jewish holiday and meal that Jesus and his disciples were observing. This episode of More To The Story gives you a historical crash course on Passover and how Jesus was bringing new meaning to a very old tradition.

So., 6. Juli

Wine was always flowing in the First Century—and once, Jesus even made it flow (see John 2 or Season 1, Episode 5.) While we know vino was a staple of the Mediterranean world, have you ever wondered why? And what it was actually like? This episode of More To The Story takes us on a First Century wine tasting and helps us understand the drink that was so central to the Last Supper meal.

Mi., 2. Juli

With their belief in just one God, Messianic hopes, and fierce national identity, the Jewish people were notoriously difficult for Rome to rule. Only the threat and show of force kept the people in line…and only for a time. You can see a vivid example of Romans keeping the “peace” through violence in Season 5, Episode 5, now streaming on Prime Video.

So., 29. Juni

To preserve their faith and identity while living in the Mediterranean melting pot, the Jewish people of Jesus’ day often walled themselves off (figuratively and literally) from their Gentile neighbors…but the Carpenter from Nazareth preferred building bridges. You can see these cultural tensions—and hopes—in Episode 4 and throughout Season 5 of The Chosen, now streaming on Prime Video.

Mi., 25. Juni

Under Roman rule, the Great Sanhedrin was the supreme legislative and judicial body in First-Century Israel. With authority in all matters religious, social, and political, they didn’t take kindly to the Rabbi from Nazareth who openly broke their rules and publicly judged them. In this episode of More To The Story, Amber Shana Williams (Tamar) takes us into the power struggle between Jesus and the authorities in Season 5, Episode 3—and how His movement threatened to unseat them.

So., 3. Aug.

If you’ve ever wondered which Chosen scenes are the Chosen-est according to our director, Dallas, then here’s your answer. He gives you his top 10 favorites from Seasons 1-4, plus some honorable mentions. What do you think? How’s his list compare to yours?

Do., 17. Juli

When he first set out to make The Chosen, Dallas visited Israel to get a deeper understanding of the story in its original setting. What he discovered about the Garden of Gethsemane—the place where Jesus agonized right before His arrest—made a huge impact and gave new meaning to that story. And now, years later, you can see how that discovery affected the making of Gethsemane in Season 5.

Fr., 27. Juni

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Fr., 11. Juli

In Making History, we introduce you to the extraordinary artists whose primary mission is to transport you to the First-Century world of The Chosen. In this episode, we take you behind the scenes—quite literally—to see how we create the sets where our story plays out. From concept sketches to final construction, you get a crash course on what it takes to build a world and recreate some of the most famous historical locations like the Upper Room and Garden of Gethsemane in ancient Jerusalem.

Fr., 27. Juni · 7 Minuten

In Making History, we introduce you to the extraordinary artists whose primary mission is to transport you to the First-Century world of The Chosen. In this episode, you hear what matters most to our writers: authenticity. That means having both historical accuracy and believable human characters—no floating in the clouds or stained-glass caricatures allowed. Support The Chosen by donating to the Come and See Foundation: https://www.comeandsee.net/donate

Mo., 30. Juni

In Episode 8, we saw one disciple meet Jesus for the first time and another kiss Him goodbye. But none of the twelve were there when He needed them most. Jesus was completely alone…or was He? Joining us to discuss the calling of Thaddeus, betrayal of Judas, isolation of Jesus—and those supernatural visitations—are Giavani Cairo, Luke Dimyan, and Jonathan Roumie. Then creator, Dallas Jenkins, and writer, Tyler Thompson, explain how the story that began a long time ago in a garden far, far away is finally coming to fruition in Gethsemane.

Mo., 30. Juni

The first 45 seconds of this Aftershow will make you laugh, but the rest might make you cry as we talk about footwashing, a special Passover guest, and some deeply emotional flashbacks with Jordan Walker Ross (Little James), Alaa Safi (Simon Z), and David Amito (John the Baptist). And now that you’ve visited the Upper Room in every episode, you might be curious how The Chosen went about recreating this iconic space. Production Designer, James Cunningham, and Art Department Coordinator, B.J. Foreman, are here to answer that question.

Mo., 30. Juni

In Episode 6, we saw the joining of forces. Some good and some bad. Some trying to save Jesus and some trying to kill Him. Here to represent the various alliances are Elizabeth Tabish (Mary Magdalene), Hassan Nazari-Robati (Kafni), and Richard Fancy (Caiaphas). Then Chosen creator, Dallas Jenkins, reveals his favorite scene of the whole season and shares how this episode, perhaps more than any other, plays out the vision he originally had for the series.

Mo., 23. Juni

There’s no Pax Romana in Episode 5. Pilate can’t keep the peace among his subjects or in his household, so Atticus takes things—and even the governor—into his own hands. Here to discuss the disorder and shifting power dynamics are Andrew James Allen (Pilate) and Elijah Alexander (Atticus).

Mo., 23. Juni

There are two sides to every coin—and every story. Episode 4 gave us both: John the beloved and Judas the betrayer. Joining us to talk about their distinct differences and surprising similarities are George H. Xanthis (John) and Luke Dimyan (Judas). Then writers, Ryan Swanson and Tyler Thompson, explain why they included the ninth-century Dayenu in the first-century Last Supper—and they give us a Dayenu of their own.

Mo., 23. Juni

Whoa! Jesus just woe’d the scribes and Pharisees in Episode 3—publicly shaming them as hypocrites. Here to respond are three of the Pharisee actors: Shaan Sharma (Shmuel), Ivan Jasso (Yussif), and Brad Culver (Zebadiah)...although one of them is secretly a disciple. Then, assistant directors, Adam Drake and Mitch Hudson, pull back the curtain on making The Chosen’s longest scene ever, directing hundreds of people, and even herding some sheep.

Do., 24. Juli

As a little kid, Nickkole loved Jesus. He was her best friend. But as an adult, she lost her innocence and faith. Overwhelmed with shame over choices she'd made, Nickkole considered ending her life…until The Chosen helped her reconnect with her childhood Best Friend.

So., 5. Okt.

From triumph at the start to betrayal at the end, we take you into the making of our most consequential season yet. Hear from The Chosen cast, writers, and director what it was like to bring Holy Week to the screen and how the story they were telling impacted them personally.