Series synopsis
The Encounter is an American drama television series that premiered on Great American Pure Flix on October 21, 2016. It ended on March 4, 2020. It was created by Gabriel Sabloff. It stars Bruce Marchiano.
The Encounter is a Christian television drama broadcast on the Great American Pure Flix streaming service. Based on the 2010 film The Encounter and its 2012 sequel Paradise Lost, the series—which ran for two eight-episode seasons from 2016 to 2020—features Bruce Marchiano reprising his role as Jesus Christ (aka The Man), who comes to the aid of various individuals in real, relatable scenarios.
Premise
The Encounter is a Christian television drama broadcast on the Great American Pure Flix streaming service. Based on the 2010 film The Encounter and its 2012 sequel Paradise Lost, the series—which ran for two eight-episode seasons from 2016 to 2020—features Bruce Marchiano reprising his role as Jesus Christ (aka The Man), who comes to the aid of various individuals in real, relatable scenarios.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Bruce Marchiano as Jesus
Guest cast
- Carlos PenaVega as Cal
- Hutch Dano as JD
- Dane E. Connor as Perry Meachem
- Anna Zielinski as Madison Singer
- Linda Bisesti as Lily Singer
- Sean J. Dillingham as Reverend
- Morgan Fairchild as Bethany Baxter
- Mark Christopher Lawrence as Sheldon
- Carey Scott as Matt Kravitz
- Jen Lilley as Nora Huber
- Antonio Sabàto Jr. as Dr. Max Huber
- Andrea Logan White as Dr. Fletcher
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 16 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | October 21, 2016 | December 9, 2016 |
| Season 2 | 8 | December 26, 2019 | March 4, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Heist A pair of desperate brothers attempts a convenience-store heist that turns potentially lethal. With time running out, can 'The Man', as the cashier, deliver a less-deadly outcome to the situation? |
October 21, 2016 |
| 2 |
U-Turn After an emotional funeral for her father and a bitter argument with her mother, a successful attorney must choose between family and her career. |
October 28, 2016 |
| 3 |
Her Final Role As an aging movie star faces the end of her career, she desperately clings to her wealth and fame, only to realize how hollow they are over relationships. |
November 4, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Numbered In an age reduced to ones and zeroes, ambitious CEO Bella Sharp discovers that her days have indeed been numbered...and time is running out. |
December 26, 2019 |
| 2 |
The Gift A frustrated stay-at-home mom wishes for the exciting life she never had, but when she gets exactly what she wished for, THE MAN helps her realize it may not be as great as it seems. |
January 22, 2020 |
| 3 |
Crosshairs An Army sniper, gravely wounded in battle, has given up all hope until he meets a shepherd who guides him on a journey of spiritual renewal through enemy-occupied territory. |
January 29, 2020 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Great American Pure Flix |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 21, 2016 |
| Last aired | March 4, 2020 |
| Status | ended |