In case you aren’t familiar with The Chosen series, it is a groundbreaking historical drama based on the
life of Jesus (Jonathan Roumie), seen through the eyes of those who knew him. Set against the backdrop of Roman oppression in first-century Israel, the seven-season series shares an authentic and intimate look at Jesus’ revolutionary life and teachings. With over 250 million viewers (as of 7/27/24), The Chosen is one of the most-watched shows in the world.
You can catch up on past seasons of The Chosen on the free app, Amazon Prime, Fandango, fubo, Apple TV, Pure Flix and UP Faith & Family. Most of these have through season 4, as season 5 is just being released now. Similar to how season 4 was released, the episodes will be released in three parts to theaters beginning this weekend.
Part One (episodes 1-2) releases on Friday, March 28; Part Two (episodes 3-5) releases on Friday, April 4; and Part Three (episodes 6-8) releases on Friday, April 11. The Chosen is back for Holy Week, the most pivotal week in human history. Tables are turned. Friends are betrayed. And powerful leaders plot the death of Jesus. The Chosen: Last Supper is the must see event of the Easter season.
I was able to view an advanced copy of episode 1, and it did not disappoint! The people of Israel welcome Jesus as king while his disciples anticipate his crowning. But, instead of confronting Rome, he turns the tables on the Jewish religious festival. Their power threatened, the country’s religious and political leaders will go to any length to ensure this Passover meal is Jesus’ last.
Shot in a beautiful cinematic format, The Chosen: Last Supper brings the most pivotal week in history to audiences in this special three-part theatrical release. Buy your tickets today to see The Chosen: Last Supper in theaters starting March 28!
Many thanks to Come And See Foundation for providing an advanced copy of episode 1 for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.
heather says
I have watched all of the other seasons of this show and they are so well done. I can not wait to see this movie in theaters with my family.
suzanne padddock says
Would you recommend for kids?
Maureen Fitzgerald says
That’s a great question Suzanne. I’m going to say that it depends on a few factors: Have the kids seen the previous seasons? If not, I’m think it would be very hard to jump in at season 5 (that applies to adults as well). There is not a lot of violence in the first 5 episodes, but knowing the story of Jesus’ arrest and crucifixion and how realistic The Chosen tends to be, I would be cautious about bringing along young children to the last three episodes, just in case.