Series synopsis
The Chosen is an American action & adventure family drama television series that premiered on Prime Video on April 21, 2019. It was created by Dallas Jenkins. It stars Erick Avari, Jonathan Roumie, Shahar Isaac and Elizabeth Tabish.
The life of Christ through the eyes of those who encountered him.
Premise
The life of Christ through the eyes of those who encountered him.
Premise: Rise up.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Erick Avari as Nicodemus
- Jonathan Roumie as Jesus of Nazareth
- Shahar Isaac as Simon Peter
- Elizabeth Tabish as Mary Magdalene
- Paras Patel as Matthew
- Noah James as Andrew
- George H. Xanthis as John
- Abe Bueno-Jallad as Big James
Supporting cast
- Joey Vahedi as Thomas
- Giavani Cairo as Thaddeus
- Jordan Walker Ross as Little James
- Yasmine Al-Bustami as Ramah
- Shaan Sharma as Shmuel
- Kirk B.R. Woller as Gaius
- Janis Dardaris as Zohara
- Vanessa Benavente as Mary, Mother of Jesus
- Austin Reed Alleman as Nathaniel
- Alaa Safi as Simon Z
- Luke Dimyan as Judas Iscariot
- Shayan Sobhian as Big James
Guest cast
- Major Dodge Jr. as Abiathar
- Jason Allen Wear as Crook
- Ryan T. Johnson as Slave
- Vanessa DeSilvio as Photina
- Grey Acuna as Abrahim
- Abel Becerra as Drunk Patron
- Camila Carreon as Young Lilith
- Josh Cavazos as Sailor
- Michael Clemons as Pharisee
- Andrew Flagg as Blind Man
- Jason Liebrecht as Driver
- Christopher Maleki as Omar
Episodes
This series spans 7 seasons with 378 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 331 | December 1, 2017 | April 2, 2026 |
| Season 1 | 8 | April 21, 2019 | November 26, 2019 |
| Season 2 | 8 | April 4, 2021 | July 11, 2021 |
| Season 3 | 8 | December 11, 2022 | February 7, 2023 |
| Season 4 | 8 | June 2, 2024 | June 30, 2024 |
| Season 5 | 8 | June 15, 2025 | June 29, 2025 |
| Season 6 | 7 | November 15, 2026 | March 12, 2027 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Shepherd: A Story of the First Christmas A take on the birth of Jesus Christ through the eyes of some local shepherds: simple working men. But these simple men, particularly a devout young cripple, had a world-shaking visit--which began to change this world forever. |
December 1, 2017 |
| 2 |
The Story of The Chosen These videos go deeper into the story behind The Chosen and the life-altering moments you can experience with us. |
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| 3 |
The Making of The Chosen We did regular updates from the set, taking you through the process of making The Chosen. |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
I Have Called You by Name Two brothers struggle with their tax debts to Rome while a woman in the Red Quarter wrestles with her demons. |
April 21, 2019 |
| 2 |
Shabbat Matthew validates Simon's claims with Praetor Quintus, Nicodemus investigates the miracle reported in the Red Quarter, and Mary receives surprise guests at her Shabbat dinner. |
April 21, 2019 |
| 3 |
Jesus Loves the Little Children Jesus befriends and teaches the group of children who discover His camp on the outskirts of Capernaum. |
April 21, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Thunder Tension builds among the disciples as they wrestle with the increasing fame of Jesus in Samaria. Jesus rebukes Big James and John for their prejudice and, after a near-violent encounter, gives them a new nickname. |
April 4, 2021 |
| 2 |
I Saw You A mysterious visitor seeks to meet Jesus, but the disciples are hesitant. Tension builds between Simon and Matthew. As the group heads to a new city, word arrives that Jesus’ fame is growing. |
April 13, 2021 |
| 3 |
Matthew 4:24 A long, exhausting day turns into night as the disciples help Jesus deal with a large crowd hoping to be healed. Around the campfire, over dinner, the group tried to get to know each other better. But tensions erupt. |
April 13, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Homecoming Jesus delivers the most life-altering sermon in history. The result? More followers, more enemies, and disciples ready to follow Jesus anywhere. Simon and Eden reunite, Matthew faces his past, and Andrew visits John the Baptist in prison. |
December 11, 2022 |
| 2 |
Two by Two Jesus is a problem for the Romans. With pilgrims from everywhere setting up a tent city at the gates of Capernaum to see Jesus, tensions rise. Jesus officially sends the twelve apostles on an exciting but dangerous mission, causing Little James to ask why he hasn’t been healed. |
December 18, 2022 |
| 3 |
Physician, Heal Yourself Jesus returns to his childhood home for the big Jewish new year celebration. His childhood friends and family are all buzzing with what they’ve heard about Jesus…until he tells them the truth of who He is. |
December 25, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Promises An intoxicating dance leads Herod to put an end to John the Baptizer, but no one can stop what-or Who-he's ushered in. |
June 2, 2024 |
| 2 |
Confessions Jesus founds his church on unholy ground and Simon goes public with Jesus' true identity, getting a new name in the process. But can the new "Peter" forgive old wrongs? |
June 6, 2024 |
| 3 |
Moon to Blood When Jesus heals a blind man on the Sabbath, religious leaders confront him, drawing a riotous crowd. Gaius defies a direct order leading Quintus to take matters—and someone’s life—into his own hands. |
June 9, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Entry Jesus rides into the holy city as king, but finds that the rulers have turned His Father’s house from a place of prayer to a corrupt market. |
June 15, 2025 |
| 2 |
House of Cards Why kill Jesus when Rome can do it for you? As the Jewish High Priest schemes to bring Him down, Jesus strikes first: turning the tables. |
June 15, 2025 |
| 3 |
Woes Jesus preaches one last time to the massive Passover crowd, and the religious leaders try to trap him in his words. |
June 22, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | November 15, 2026 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | November 15, 2026 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | November 15, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Prime Video |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 21, 2019 |
| Last aired | June 29, 2025 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | Returning Series |
| Schedule | Thursday, Sunday |