The Chosen

Season 1

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A charismatic fisherman drowning in debt. A troubled woman wrestling with real demons. A gifted publican ostracized by his family and his people. A religious leader struggling with his beliefs. See Jesus through the eyes of those who met Him.

Where to Watch Season 1

8 Episodes

I Have Called You by Name
E1
Episode 1I Have Called You by NameThe premier of the series is a fictional work primarily focused on the backstory of Mary Magdalene. It introduces her as a child and then skips ahead to events right before she meets Jesus. It also introduces five of Jesus' future apostles.
Shabbat
E2
Episode 2ShabbatIn this episode of a tale of the Christ, we are centered on a Jewish tradition of a weekly religious ceremony: Shabbat, or Sabbath. We are touched by its simplicity and its sincerity, and its beauty. We learn more about the characters who will follow the great rabbi from Nazareth, and we learn a little more of Him, as well.
Jesus Loves the Little Children
E3
Episode 3Jesus Loves the Little ChildrenThis beautiful episode of The Chosen introduces us to some children, who demonstrate for us how to listen to Jesus. They are naturally entranced by His kindness and gentleness with them; and they learn a great deal from His simple message of love and grace.
The Rock on Which it is Built
E4
Episode 4The Rock on Which it is BuiltWith his life and family under threat from Rome, Simon spends one last night fishing in a desperate attempt to square his debts. Andrew spots a familiar face waiting for them on the shores of Galilee.
The Wedding Gift
E5
Episode 5The Wedding GiftNicodemus interrogates John the Baptizer while Jesus and his students make their way to a wedding celebration in Cana. When the wine runs low, Mary asks her son to intervene on behalf of the bridegroom's family.
Indescribable Compassion
E6
Episode 6Indescribable CompassionIn this episode of the greatest adventure in history, Jesus' followers are asking questions, learning about their charismatic rabbi, slowly gaining faith, and witnessing some very incredible things! Their excitement is growing; people are paying attention--and enemies are emerging. Where will He lead them? What will they see next?
Invitations
E7
Episode 7InvitationsJesus continues to call His followers, forging a core group of people He will prepare for fantastic works ahead. These disciples have various backgrounds, and many personal issues; but they are prepared to follow their kind, brilliant, miracle-working rabbi anywhere He goes. But, He also calls an important Jewish leader--will this popular influential rabbi follow? Where will their mission take them?
I Am He
E8
Episode 8I Am HeAfter a miraculous visit to Simon's house, Jesus and his students leave Capernaum while under pressure from religious and Roman authorities. Jesus makes a surprise stop at Jacob's Well for an important encounter.