I think the character of Matthew was outstanding! He literally portrayed a transformation from despised as a tax collector to someone accepted by Jesus!
Matthew, my favourite character...I can't accurately word my emotions/feelings. A man without pretence/guile, critical yet curious, childlike but discerning .... he helped me to see my own frailties, limitations, shortcomings, unrealised vacuum in my soul only Christ could/can fill and I began to see myself as a tax collector type too & even worse - a well qualified wretched sinner in desperate need of the Saviour's mercy. Oh, and his angelic face....his face, the puzzle he wore sometimes... And when he sat on the ground to share his meal with his dog as his only companion who did not despise & reject him, I broke down to pieces in tears...I cried and just saw myself in that character. So many memories came back in waves - gratitude to God mixed with sorrow/pain... yet thankful to the Lord. My hope, my only hope was in the Saviour's infinite mercy. By God's grace, I had to search & "strive to find that "small gate" to see/find/meet the Saviour but all along, He already saw me (us) & in His time, the Father drew me (us) to Him, His Son, Jesus Christ for eternal life. How can I thank the Lord enough? I don't know. But I am eternally grateful and thank Him for more testimonies of His saving grace already abounding in many lives, not only my family but everyone who has seen and will see & hear about, the Chosen. I think The Lord is speaking through THE CHOSEN to many people in many ways. Matthew, that character, his innocent & genuine looking face, never bores me...I googled the actor and I hope I will make it my ambition to pray for him and the others by God's grace.
I like Matthew, too and of course the rest. He potrays well. God bless you for such an excellent actor! All of the acting has its own style and super professional style of each characters. I cried the first episode of season 1. I feel my spirit hungry of knowing about Jesus and his 12 disciple.
5 years clean and sober by the Grace of God completely clean completely different person full of the holy spirit God still answers prayer today free from death and into a new life with jesus who is the God of all Grace hallelujah to that amen to that thank you so much for your Grace and mercy amen to that thank you amen
Congrats, Ryan! My son is also clean and sober 5 years! It's so wonderful seeing him with his family and son, knowing that with God's help he will continue to grow and shine!
Wow! What Noah said was spot on and it is what usually brings us to Christ. Nothing else that we have tried has worked and we are desperate. When Jesus meets us where we are, we are out of ego and we have nothing left. Then we are eager to follow Him. As Christians, we have to be reminded not to rely on our own strength and get back to relying on the Lord, too.
What Paras did with his role! I fell in love with him when he made his first appearance. I didn't even know why! Maybe it was the depth of his eyes. The roll was so unusual. Yet he played it so authentically. It is so refreshing to see a series without a lot of blond characters. All the men are just gorgeous, but not a Hollywood gorgeous, a natural handsomeness inside and out in so many unique versions. Casting has been brilliant!
Matthews eyes are mesmerizing. I think we all fell in love with his character simply because we've all experienced bullying and hate ofsome sort but you can see the kindness and vulnerability in his expression
Thank you for adding these real-life discussions with the actors along the way. I'm so excited to see how God is working through all of you to bring a greater understanding of the reality of Jesus and those He interacted with when He was here on earth. Praying for you all as you prepare for Season 2.
Yeah!!! When I clicked on this I also clicked on the Pay-It-Forward page and just cleared 7M!! I'm watching my few fish dollars turn into something far bigger and thank you to everyone else who donated so this mission can keep going farther. Praise Jesus!!!
Matthew is my FAVORITE character. Prior to this show I read Matthew with not much connection. I can’t wait to go back and read it understanding Matthew and his logical and rational mind. The humility that all of you are showing to make these characters comes alive makes them so much more human. God bless you guys and being obedient to the vision the Spirit has given you.
I really liked what "Zebedee" said, We don't know what is in us until it comes out of us. So true! What a great confirmation of what the Bible says.. Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. - Matthew 12:34
Despite they can’t find all the clues about their characters, the actors are doing great filling the lack of knowledge about their roles, being such well directed. I can’t wait to watch Season 2. 😉
They did a really stellar job of bringing these characters to life and adding nuance. Besides Scripture of course, they aren't at a complete loss since there is a wealth of texture in the hagiographies (lives of the saints).
Praying for the team... thank you Dallas... continue to pray for you guys. May God 's grace be given more and may God's presence lead you more. Glory to the author and finisher of our faith..Jesus Christ!!
OMG I ABSOLUTELY LOVE this series! It’s the BEST depiction of the bible and bible characters that I’ve EVER seen! I loved the actor who plays Matthew and the actor who plays Nicodemus! Both are BRILLIANT! The actor who plays Jesus is fantastic too! Very believable! I shed tears and worshipped. *THANK YOU! BLESS YOU.🇨🇦*
@The Chosen I Binged watched all eight episodes! I couldn't stop watching it. I hardly answered my phone. I also text friends and told them to watch the series, and will be texting more friends about it. The way this series portrays the background stories to the Biblical accounts are amazing! So REFRESHING to watch! So glad it found me! I have subscribed to this channel, joined the Facebook group and will support this project financially? *Grace+Peace🇨🇦*
I love the Apostles! They are some of my favorite Saints. Ordinary, humble men that Jesus chose who would end up being great and giving their lives for Him. All the holy Apostles, pray for us!
Absolutely nobody is a ‘saint’. It’s an invention by the R. C. church. They call Thomas More ‘saint’! Yet in his house away from that loving very learned family we all know about, he had and USED instruments of torture without compunction or compassion.
@@margaretlavender9647 My dear sister in Christ, the title of "Saint" goes back to the roots of Christianity and used by Anglican and Eastern Orthodox Churches, not just the Roman Catholic Church. Stop posting defamatory nonsense about your fellow Christians and ask God to remove the hate from your heart. 🕊️✝️
I'm still very sick Im praying to God I would appreciate it if anyone could pray for me I'm still suffering please pray for me I'm praying for everyone everyday God bless you all 🙏
Our Heavenly Father, Please heal Steve’s illness with your healing hands. Comfort him during his sickness, make him whole again. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. ✝️🙏😔
I like how Giavani said, that he is giving a voice to a person, that we didn't read a lot about, but now we can imagine how he might have been, though character depth
Hi chosen around the table. Honestly this show has a spirit in it that I have not seen or felt in many other Jesus shows. You are all great to me, your portrayal of these men and woman are right on in my book. I know there are people out here who question some of the things you do, but these were real people with real lives, real struggles, and real pain just like us. And I feel that the way you expand on their characters and lives is very real right on. Dallas the spirit is with you and guiding, you are totally surrendered. That is why the show is blessed and making such a huge impact in people's lives, on the world. I felt a strong spirit around the table with you all, God does his work through anyone he chooses and he accomplishes what he wants to happen, and it's with you all. I was so excited inside and I was drawn into your conversation. God's spirit is most definitely with you all in this. You've all been chosen and there is much more to come. May God continue to bless you.
Love all the characters! I LOVE Nicodemus and Shmuel too. Episode 3 was my favorite because of the slow pace, relaxed, getting to really see Jesus interact. I love character development. Hope there is another like that in season 2!
That would be interesting! I would love to see them go a bit into Acts. I would love to see how they do the Pentecost when the Holy Spirit comes into the disciples.
@@MysticOceanDollies I was just thinking about it today. Since the dhow is called the Chosen, I think it's obvious they should go into the Acts. As in, the focal points are Apostles, so they should explore how Jesus has affected them later on.
Love hearing the insights!!! I would love to see a round table with some of the other characters... Roman guards Quintus, Gaius, Marcus their sarcastic and cocky attitudes crack me up 😆
I agree that being able to flesh out a character, especially one like Zebedee or Thaddeus who were briefly mentioned in the Bible, is a great opportunity to really connect with these Apostles and helps bring the Scriptures to Life! I also love learning more about the Apostles who wrote the books in the Bible and shared in depth the messages and Gospel of Jesus Christ.
I really hope we can see a sympathetic Judas. If we understand his human downfall and not just his “bad guy” persona, it will make his betrayal twice as heartbreaking
If you've ever heard of the 'Forgotten Carols' by Michael McLean, this is exactly what Michael does. He portrays, for example, the inn keeper who turned Mary and Joseph away and how he felt later. It's an amazing play that I play as a tradition during the holidays. That's why I love the "Chosen" I think we are going to see an amazing creation that might help us better understand some of these characters in the bible and some of the biggest mistakes and betrayals recorded in history... that even some of us can relate to!
I just finished watching season 2 yesterday, and meeting Judas broke my heart knowing that he will become one of history's villains and kill himself. I appreciate that the writers bring such love and sincerity to the characters.
Little touches. Such h as when Jesus heals Peter’s mother-in-law, who is on death’s door, And she suddenly WAKES as if from a nap, leaps to her feet and starts busying around like the woman of the house, as if nothing had happened. It gladdens the heart because this is how miracles happen. Sudden transformation. I wept as if I were there.
Dear Chosen team, you have forever spoilt me. Watching other Jesus films, I find myself thinking "this is all wrong" The Chosen is different, and we have gotten used to different. Love the story and the inspired way you portray everyone. So powerful and uplifting. Love the background for all and the way all viewers find themselves needing this Saviour, this Jesus.
They're are an amazing group of actors who make everything so real .what an amazing group from Dallas Jenkins, Jonathan Roumie and everyone of the cast and exceptional crew. Thank you all for something so special God bless all of you
What a coalition of brilliant actors! Each brings a unique characterization out of their own unique selves. To work with Dallas who gives the freedom to allow the character to develop must be a joy for the actors. This is why, no doubt, The Chosen is so terrific! So happy filming Season Two is soon to begin -- can't wait! I wonder if there will be a Season One and Season Two package?
I've truly enjoyed watching the first season of The Chosen and as a religious ed teacher I wanted my Jr High students to watch this wonderful series. Since lockdown has kept us from meeting in person it has become more difficult to get the kids engaged. They don't want to spend even more time sitting in front of a computer like they do for their school classes. I don't like being limited in how I present the teachings of the Church especially because I'm not tech savvy. Thank God my pastor approved and my kids can watch the weekly assigned episode on their own time and be ready have a virtual group discussion at the next meeting. It has helped them (and me!) to delve deeper into scripture and get a better understanding of the time and places that Jesus and the disciples walked the earth. Thank you all! Peace and blessings! P.S. Matthew is my favorite. The poor little rich boy. I'm a great grandmother and it broke my heart that he couldn't call his mother "meema" and had to call her by her given name. 😢
I have never even thought of anything particular about the disciples except Simon and John. Though, Matthew have written one Gospel, he had not highlighted anything about himself except his calling. What you have done through chosen is thaught provoking. So far we were seeing the entire picture as a history happened 2000 years back but now as Jesus Christ is portrayed from the perspective of people around Him, it made ourselves to feel one among them. I was not able to remember the name of all 12 disciples but now I personally know about 7 + 1 including Thomas as I remember one of my friend.. Life of Jesus Christ is beyond History and The Chosen nailed it.
There are very few ensemble casts I’ve ever witnessed who portray their characters as well as these men do. That, to me, is part of the ‘life’ inside the programs. It allows one to become immersed in the lives of all of them; as if you’re getting to observe friend’s lives when you aren’t physically there.
I think the world needed this series. An it came in just at the right time, my experience was a real spiritual awakening, every episode was a step closer an closer to God! Really enjoyed the characters of jesus disciples they'll played their part so good... Mathew was my favorite tho!!! You can see how jesus heart was bursting with love an enjoyed each an everyone of them ! Best movie ever!
I think the best word I can use to describe how the characters of "The Chosen" work through their roles, and their character development: AUTHENTIC. The feeling of authenticity that we, the end viewer feel while watching this series is just off the charts. As Dallas said, the characters are not treated as stoic "statues" being preserved. They are real people figuring things out. Love what you guys are doing with this project. I, like many others, can't wait for season 2. 😎👍💖💟😇🙏
Goose bumps. All of you are all such great actors. I'm so happy that your calling is allowing you to walk in the footsteps of our Lord, and to enrich our lives with the word of God. Thank you all and God Bless.
Everyone involved in this series is divinely appointed and WOW! We are so blessed to see personification, in it's best form I've seen in my old age! God bless you all!!!!
Great performance by all the actors in Chosen. We can see the hand of God and His anointing upon this. In my opinion 'Chosen' touched a great number of people across the world and for me the Good News of Jesus Christ came alive through this. May God bless all of you and transform your lives as well as you did for many.🙏
I agree - We cannot relate to "stone statues". It's nicer to have confirmation that Jesus and His apostles were real people like us who cried, got mad, got scared, laughed out loud, hugged one another. I really love all of you guys for helping bring alive the Gospels. I can't wait to see season 2 - but since I don't have a smart phone or cable - I wouldn't mind purchasing DVDs of season 2 for myself and sister/bro-in-law. Thanks for posting, thanks for all you do to spread The Word.
@@TheChosenSeries - Are there plans in the works; for "The Chosen" to come out with an app in the Microsoft store, Apple store, Chromebook and also, Android tablet mediums...?
I love actually hearing from and seeing the people who portray the characters. This show is amazing and I try to get all my Christian friends to watch !!!!
My brother's and sister's plz remember to 🙏 , for the wolves, and the ones still asleep, in Jesus name Amen.....loved the first season, looking forward to the second one, God is surely with you all , and I'll keep everyone in my prayers 🙏 may Lord God the Farher of Fathers , and Jesus protect us all , from our enemies 🙏
Keep putting out content like this! Can't get enough of this series, and the actors' thoughts, and the behind the scenes stuff, and everything...it's all great!
I love The Chosen because it helps me to understand each character of the disciples in the bible, as well as seeing each one of them as we see ourselves, as we learn and grow in our faith walk with Jesus. I can relate to them in their failures as well as their strengths. Thank you, Dallas, cast and crew for bringing new life into the Word of God in making each character real. God Bless you all. Looking forward to season 4. 😇😇
I love everything about this. The world needs this right now, light up the world and God bless you all. Oh, and one more thing I so want a T-shirt with all them fishes on it. Lol.😇🙏🙏🙏
I love this show so much and I love how it touches so many people. Keep spreading Gods word. I love you so much and the amazing thing is God loves you sooo much more. Stay safe and strong my brothers and sisters in Christ. God is so amazing ✝️❤️🛐
Everyone associated with The Chosen and the phenomenal actors have to have been hand picked by God. You have taken me back to the time when Jesus walked the earth. I adore each and every actor, I have never seen anything like this. Thank you, thank you, thank you. 🙏 Thank
One thing i absolutely love about The Chosen is how everyone seems to find a bit of themselves in the characters. As someone who suffers from Aspergers Syndrome, i completely relate to Matthew. He has things that he is completely brillant at and aspects of life that he wrestles with as i do. We are both very analytical, think logically and are both a bit obsessive when it comes to certain things. He struggles socializing with others and people do not understand him because he is different, until he meets someone who does, Jesus. I was the same way too until i gave my heart and life to Jesus. Now i do not worry about people understanding me because i know that God does and that i can come to him in prayer with anything that is on my heart. Say strong and of good courage my friends for our King is coming. God Bless.
God bless all of you for portraying your roles in The Chosen so beautifully and meaningfully. You are consumate actors. I love you all. Zebedee and Salome are such a fun couple. Perfect! Both are full of compassion and energy. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. ☝️🙌🙏🤗🎯⛰️💚🙂📖🕊🤍🕊
The Entire Cast did an amazing job and, I know that it's gonna continue for Season 2 and the entire show of The Chosen!✝️❤️ I love y'all very much, Brothers and Sisters in Christ!!!!😘😘😘😘
I am loving The Chosen. I have been blown away by the beautiful and respectful portrayal of Jesus and His disciples. I hope that more Christians will step forward and create TV shows and movies. Thank you for being the salt and the light.
Love the Chosen! 💖 This show has been used to motivate to read my bible more and work on a personal relationship with Jesus, God and the Holy Spirit. I can't wait for season 3. Praying for you all.🌸
Gospel John has always been my favorite one. And watching George portrayal of him is really cool. Enjoy watching how all the disciples interact with each other. Especially Simon and Matthew. Believe " The Chosen" is the best show I have ever seen and enjoy so much. Thank you Dallas, Jonathan, and all the cast and crew of " The Chosen" . God bless all of you .
I think seeing these actors in this roundtable discussion, helps the fans get to know the process of how these actors prepared for their respective roles. Each one of them gave what they have in their ability to perform such a difficult task as well as getting to know their character and bringing their acting ability to each episode is excellent. Love these discussions as we get to see the actors' perspective.
Dallas, you and the chosen team’s work on this series is fantastic! You are making a huge impact helping millions of believers get deeper into their faith and you are planting many seeds! I look forward to many, many seasons to come and I have faith that your work on this series is the catalyst for many other QUALITY shows that help show people the way! No doubt you are making HIM smile 😊
It's so true about how the Chosen reminds us of the humanity of the disciples and doesn't treat them like statues! My husband works in film and would love to play a small part in the series. Is there any information on casting calls online?
Glad you guys are fans, Taylor! W'eve started casting calls through the usual casting channels, so your husband would want to submit through his agent if he has one. If you're interested in background acting, that will go through a local agency, once location is decided. :)
I love this show, my favorite character is Matthew....and Simeon.....and Andrew, gosh I love all the characters. The entire crew are doing a great job. It's not every day you see a show that is so breath taking, Bible stories I've read over and over being dramatized in a way I can't describe, I just love this series.
I like very much what Giavanni said. Since we hardly know Thaddeus, so everything we see in the CHOSEN will form his image in us and everything we learn later will relate to what the film teaches us It's a big responsibility. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you guys and promise my prayers
The reason this show is so loved by everyone is because the relatability of the characters. They were holier than thou. They didn’t act better than us. They were real people. Like us. I love this show and I thank everyone for putting their 100% into it. ❤️💕
Saya menyukai The Chosen dan saya paling suka karakter Matius. Tapi saya suka semua. Semoga Tuhan memberkati dan memberikan hikmat dalam series The Chosen agar yang menontonnya semakin mencintai Yesus dan Alkitab.
Just catching this roundtable discussion. Wow...powerful. Immediately, the scripture words when Jesus says, ' I am in Him and He is in me' comes to mind. JUST AS...JUST AS...the Father and the Son are ONE, we are one ...in 'character'. God plants a Garden ...a special environment were we are to gleen organically but within the frameworkof a particular'scene' of life. Scripture becomes our blueprint in the garden of our life, if you will...and it is in us and WE are in it. We step into it as it steps into us. Just like taking on a any role. Beautiful!
Thank you so very much for this wonderful series. It is by far the best and most moving telling of Jesus’ story I’ve ever seen. However, I do have one very sincere concern. The music at the end of episode 8 as He and the disciples begin the public mission is incongruous and really shattering. I heard you describe the spontaneous creation of the music and know how proud you are of your efforts. But I found that as the episode and scene drew to a close, I felt the joy and the hopes of generations of the Jewish people (who had been in a doctrinal and dogmatic cage) in being free for their souls to soar into personal communion with God without the rigid rules and politics of sectarianism and the Temple. It brought me to tears, just think about it! Then Simon and the other disciples expressed their own liberation from the need to be secretive and be able to shout to the world that the Messiah had really and truly come. But instead of a soaring hope-filled, joyous closing theme there was a sort of “bad-boy” combative vibe. You all have been through so much and worked so hard I’m sorry to have any criticism but I’m humbly pleading with you to change this and be sensitive to the delicate web of spiritual thoughts, feelings, and communion you are facilitating between the viewers and the Lord. Thank you for EVERYTHING!
I want to applaud all of you for REALLY bringing the apostles to life. With a degree in Religious Education and after studying with a Rabbi: I have to say that it is amazing how you have managed to humanize each disciple so that they remain all throughout well rounded instead of the flat characters that we normally find in movies or in books. Great job! Thank you!
What makes this show great, for me is a multitude of things, but having likable actors is one of my top reasons...aside from the obvious, being biblical accuracy.
Yes. It's hard to pick out just one "stand out" actor/character, each so different yet each so relatable, multi-layered. Each individual actor and his/her portrayal is a vital component to the whole. The casting was inspired. I hope cast & crew are aware of viewers' appreciation of their remarkable talent.
I think the character of Matthew was outstanding! He literally portrayed a transformation from despised as a tax collector to someone accepted by Jesus!
And totally different in person than he actually is in character. He does a phenomenal job, doesn’t he?
Exactly my thoughts. 🤩🙏💝
Love the way Paras Patel portrayed Matthew! Outstanding! ❤️
He is my favourite character in this web series.
So so (gloriously) true.
I just love Matthew .... and I loved the way Jesus, after calling him said "Get used to different".... brilliant.
Linda Beattie me too!!❤️❤️Matthew
Matthew, my favourite character...I can't accurately word my emotions/feelings.
A man without pretence/guile, critical yet curious, childlike but discerning ....
he helped me to see my own frailties, limitations, shortcomings, unrealised vacuum in my soul only Christ could/can fill and I began to see myself as a tax collector type too & even worse - a well qualified wretched sinner in desperate need of the Saviour's mercy.
Oh, and his angelic face....his face, the puzzle he wore sometimes...
And when he sat on the ground to share his meal with his dog as his only companion who did not despise & reject him, I broke down to pieces in tears...I cried and just saw myself in that character. So many memories came back in waves - gratitude to God mixed with sorrow/pain... yet thankful to the Lord.
My hope, my only hope was in the Saviour's infinite mercy. By God's grace, I had to search & "strive to find that "small gate" to see/find/meet the Saviour but all along, He already saw me (us) & in His time, the Father drew me (us) to Him, His Son, Jesus Christ for eternal life.
How can I thank the Lord enough? I don't know. But I am eternally grateful and thank Him for more testimonies of His saving grace already abounding in many lives, not only my family but everyone who has seen and will see & hear about, the Chosen.
I think The Lord is speaking through THE CHOSEN to many people in many ways.
Matthew, that character, his innocent & genuine looking face, never bores me...I googled the actor and I hope I will make it my ambition to pray for him and the others by God's grace.
Me too! Matthew was one of my favorite character in this show 😊❤
Yea , when he said that he had no IDEA what we were going through right now lol
I like Matthew, too and of course the rest. He potrays well. God bless you for such an excellent actor!
All of the acting has its own style and super professional style of each characters. I cried the first episode of season 1. I feel my spirit hungry of knowing about Jesus and his 12 disciple.
Having read the Bible every day for over thirty years, their portrayals are so successful, I feel like I'm watching old (young) friends.
5 years clean and sober by the Grace of God completely clean completely different person full of the holy spirit God still answers prayer today free from death and into a new life with jesus who is the God of all Grace hallelujah to that amen to that thank you so much for your Grace and mercy amen to that thank you amen
Congrats Ryan, my stepfather if c&s going on 30 yrs so keep up the great commitment and keep relying on Jesus!!
Congrats, Ryan! My son is also clean and sober 5 years! It's so wonderful seeing him with his family and son, knowing that with God's help he will continue to grow and shine!
Bless you Ryan. Keep up the good work in trusting Jesus and stay focused. Love you brother ❤
Love The Chosen! Praying that the show would bring more and more lost people to Christ
Amén!
The Chosen is a hope and a prayer answered !
THANK YOU JESUS !
Amen
Where can I watch this show?
@@jamesford5278 download the free app from wherever you usually download apps for your phone and enjoy!
@@aysel8252 the app, what's it called?
Wow! What Noah said was spot on and it is what usually brings us to Christ. Nothing else that we have tried has worked and we are desperate. When Jesus meets us where we are, we are out of ego and we have nothing left. Then we are eager to follow Him. As Christians, we have to be reminded not to rely on our own strength and get back to relying on the Lord, too.
What Paras did with his role! I fell in love with him when he made his first appearance. I didn't even know why! Maybe it was the depth of his eyes. The roll was so unusual. Yet he played it so authentically. It is so refreshing to see a series without a lot of blond characters. All the men are just gorgeous, but not a Hollywood gorgeous, a natural handsomeness inside and out in so many unique versions. Casting has been brilliant!
True he really did a great job 💯
I agree with you Bodhi. I've never seen so many beautiful men before in a series. And they are beautiful men inside and out
Matthews eyes are mesmerizing. I think we all fell in love with his character simply because we've all experienced bullying and hate ofsome sort but you can see the kindness and vulnerability in his expression
Soooo very True❤❤❤
Thank you for adding these real-life discussions with the actors along the way. I'm so excited to see how God is working through all of you to bring a greater understanding of the reality of Jesus and those He interacted with when He was here on earth. Praying for you all as you prepare for Season 2.
Our pleasure, Dreama Love- thank you so much for your support and prayers!
Yeah!!! When I clicked on this I also clicked on the Pay-It-Forward page and just cleared 7M!! I'm watching my few fish dollars turn into something far bigger and thank you to everyone else who donated so this mission can keep going farther. Praise Jesus!!!
Wow, thanks so much for partnering with us, Cat!
Matthew is my FAVORITE character. Prior to this show I read Matthew with not much connection. I can’t wait to go back and read it understanding Matthew and his logical and rational mind. The humility that all of you are showing to make these characters comes alive makes them so much more human. God bless you guys and being obedient to the vision the Spirit has given you.
I really liked what "Zebedee" said, We don't know what is in us until it comes out of us. So true! What a great confirmation of what the Bible says.. Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. - Matthew 12:34
I just love Andrew. Noah has really made Andrew come alive!
We agree, Anne!
Despite they can’t find all the clues about their characters, the actors are doing great filling the lack of knowledge about their roles, being such well directed. I can’t wait to watch Season 2. 😉
They did a really stellar job of bringing these characters to life and adding nuance. Besides Scripture of course, they aren't at a complete loss since there is a wealth of texture in the hagiographies (lives of the saints).
I love the humor the depth of the acting is so full of energy...i think the holy spirit is guiding u all..... 👏 👏 👏 👏
Thanks so much for that, stelios!
Praying for the team... thank you Dallas... continue to pray for you guys. May God 's grace be given more and may God's presence lead you more. Glory to the author and finisher of our faith..Jesus Christ!!
OMG I ABSOLUTELY LOVE this series! It’s the BEST depiction of the bible and bible characters that I’ve EVER seen! I loved the actor who plays Matthew and the actor who plays Nicodemus! Both are BRILLIANT! The actor who plays Jesus is fantastic too! Very believable! I shed tears and worshipped. *THANK YOU! BLESS YOU.🇨🇦*
Wonderful to hear that, HDM - thanks so much! :)
@The Chosen I Binged watched all eight episodes! I couldn't stop watching it. I hardly answered my phone. I also text friends and told them to watch the series, and will be texting more friends about it. The way this series portrays the background stories to the Biblical accounts are amazing! So REFRESHING to watch! So glad it found me! I have subscribed to this channel, joined the Facebook group and will support this project financially? *Grace+Peace🇨🇦*
I love the Apostles! They are some of my favorite Saints. Ordinary, humble men that Jesus chose who would end up being great and giving their lives for Him. All the holy Apostles, pray for us!
Absolutely nobody is a ‘saint’. It’s an invention by the R. C. church. They call Thomas More ‘saint’! Yet in his house away from that loving very learned family we all know about, he had and USED instruments of torture without compunction or compassion.
@@margaretlavender9647 My dear sister in Christ, the title of "Saint" goes back to the roots of Christianity and used by Anglican and Eastern Orthodox Churches, not just the Roman Catholic Church. Stop posting defamatory nonsense about your fellow Christians and ask God to remove the hate from your heart. 🕊️✝️
I'm still very sick Im praying to God I would appreciate it if anyone could pray for me I'm still suffering please pray for me I'm praying for everyone everyday God bless you all 🙏
Prayers for you Steve!
Praying
Our Heavenly Father, Please heal Steve’s illness with your healing hands. Comfort him during his sickness, make him whole again. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. ✝️🙏😔
May our Lord deliver you from this infirmity and heal you from the top of your head to the soles of your feet As He is so are You.Amen
Prayers for your healing, so sorry you're not feeling well, Steve
I like how Giavani said, that he is giving a voice to a person, that we didn't read a lot about, but now we can imagine how he might have been, though character depth
I appreciate and enjoy getting to know the actors. These sessions breathe even more life into this show!
Love to hear that, Linda- thanks!
Totally agree!
I love the pauses in the dialogue between characters. It creates a suspence and makes it feel real. I get so emotional.
Me too!
Can't get enough of this. Love hearing from the cast and their perspective and growth throughout their journey!
Hi chosen around the table. Honestly this show has a spirit in it that I have not seen or felt in many other Jesus shows. You are all great to me, your portrayal of these men and woman are right on in my book. I know there are people out here who question some of the things you do, but these were real people with real lives, real struggles, and real pain just like us. And I feel that the way you expand on their characters and lives is very real right on. Dallas the spirit is with you and guiding, you are totally surrendered. That is why the show is blessed and making such a huge impact in people's lives, on the world. I felt a strong spirit around the table with you all, God does his work through anyone he chooses and he accomplishes what he wants to happen, and it's with you all. I was so excited inside and I was drawn into your conversation. God's spirit is most definitely with you all in this. You've all been chosen and there is much more to come. May God continue to bless you.
Aw, thanks so much, Debra, we are humbled to hear that :)
Is nice to remember the disciples following Christ.
You are such a blessing Dallas!
Thank you for yielding to THE HOLY SPIRIT. Thank you for authenticity and humility.
Wow, thank you
I totally agree! Such a blessing for all the participants - as well as for us, the audience, wherever we are.
We love you all!!Praying for blessings to rain down upon you for everything you need!!!
Love all the characters! I LOVE Nicodemus and Shmuel too.
Episode 3 was my favorite because of the slow pace, relaxed, getting to really see Jesus interact. I love character development. Hope there is another like that in season 2!
Glad to see you all again . Can’t wait for season 2 . The Chosen is the best app and must see
We can't wait to bring you Season 2, Jane- filming starts this fall- woohoo!
I love the way Noah expresses himself as Andrew💗💗
O'yeah, I forgot. When Simon called John the Baptist Creepy John I almost fell out of my chair laughing. Shalom
Ha, glad you liked that part! :)
That was one of the first times I realized that this was going to be different. And yeah I just about fell out of my chair laughing too..
Big difference between him and Charleston Heston in the part, or even Michael York. But it works better, I think.
I’m rewatching the series and just caught that bit tonight 😂😂😂 didn’t notice before! The humor makes them all seem so much more human. I love it.
I cracked up out loud to that as well haha I love this show!! Watched it all about 6 times
It is crucial to remember our saints were really human, just like us. We are all saints in the making! Thank you for portraying them this way.
I wish to all actors there that they INDEED WILL BECOME JESUS REAL DISCIPLES not just on the stage .
I'll be interested to see how they handle the disciples hiding out, afraid for their lives, then their renewed energy after seeing Jesus resurrected.
That would be interesting! I would love to see them go a bit into Acts. I would love to see how they do the Pentecost when the Holy Spirit comes into the disciples.
@@MysticOceanDollies I was just thinking about it today. Since the dhow is called the Chosen, I think it's obvious they should go into the Acts. As in, the focal points are Apostles, so they should explore how Jesus has affected them later on.
@@MysticOceanDollies Yes, yes!
Not looking forward to the crucifixion though.
@@MysticOceanDollies oh I really hope that they go. Plus seeing Paul would really complete this series.
Love hearing the insights!!! I would love to see a round table with some of the other characters... Roman guards Quintus, Gaius, Marcus their sarcastic and cocky attitudes crack me up 😆
Hahaaa v true!
That would be great, thanks for the suggestion, Paryse!
And also all 3 Pharisees too Shmuel, Yussif, and other unnamed pharisee
I agree that being able to flesh out a character, especially one like Zebedee or Thaddeus who were briefly mentioned in the Bible, is a great opportunity to really connect with these Apostles and helps bring the Scriptures to Life!
I also love learning more about the Apostles who wrote the books in the Bible and shared in depth the messages and Gospel of Jesus Christ.
I really hope we can see a sympathetic Judas. If we understand his human downfall and not just his “bad guy” persona, it will make his betrayal twice as heartbreaking
If you've ever heard of the 'Forgotten Carols' by Michael McLean, this is exactly what Michael does. He portrays, for example, the inn keeper who turned Mary and Joseph away and how he felt later. It's an amazing play that I play as a tradition during the holidays. That's why I love the "Chosen" I think we are going to see an amazing creation that might help us better understand some of these characters in the bible and some of the biggest mistakes and betrayals recorded in history... that even some of us can relate to!
I just finished watching season 2 yesterday, and meeting Judas broke my heart knowing that he will become one of history's villains and kill himself. I appreciate that the writers bring such love and sincerity to the characters.
It’s nice to see the personalities of Jesus’s disciples .... it’s so humbling. Can’t wait for the new season to start.
Little touches. Such h as when Jesus heals Peter’s mother-in-law, who is on death’s door, And she suddenly WAKES as if from a nap, leaps to her feet and starts busying around like the woman of the house, as if nothing had happened. It gladdens the heart because this is how miracles happen. Sudden transformation. I wept as if I were there.
Andrew : "I am out of ego, there is nothing left..."
An awesome example of someone, who has completely surrendered to Christ!
Dear Chosen team, you have forever spoilt me. Watching other Jesus films, I find myself thinking "this is all wrong" The Chosen is different, and we have gotten used to different. Love the story and the inspired way you portray everyone. So powerful and uplifting. Love the background for all and the way all viewers find themselves needing this Saviour, this Jesus.
They're are an amazing group of actors who make everything so real .what an amazing group from Dallas Jenkins, Jonathan Roumie and everyone of the cast and exceptional crew. Thank you all for something so special
God bless all of you
I miss this gang. 😢. Can’t wait for s2. Will be rewatching s1.
We do too, Martha! We get back to shooting episodes 1-4 this fall , we can't wait!
Lord Yeshua💛💛💛💛🧡🧡🧡🧡
I LOOVE this team, ministry, series.
May Papa Jehovah keep, protect, and bless you all.
🇿🇦 from South Africa
What a coalition of brilliant actors! Each brings a unique characterization out of their own unique selves. To work with Dallas who gives the freedom to allow the character to develop must be a joy for the actors. This is why, no doubt, The Chosen is so terrific! So happy filming Season Two is soon to begin -- can't wait! I wonder if there will be a Season One and Season Two package?
So kind of you to say, Bunny- thanks!
Love you guys, thank you for bringing my dear friend Jesus's story to life. May he continue to bless you and you journey.
The most vibrant and gritty disciples in any film genre of gospel films. Well done TC Crew
I've truly enjoyed watching the first season of The Chosen and as a religious ed teacher I wanted my Jr High students to watch this wonderful series. Since lockdown has kept us from meeting in person it has become more difficult to get the kids engaged. They don't want to spend even more time sitting in front of a computer like they do for their school classes. I don't like being limited in how I present the teachings of the Church especially because I'm not tech savvy.
Thank God my pastor approved and my kids can watch the weekly assigned episode on their own time and be ready have a virtual group discussion at the next meeting. It has helped them (and me!) to delve deeper into scripture and get a better understanding of the time and places that Jesus and the disciples walked the earth.
Thank you all! Peace and blessings!
P.S. Matthew is my favorite. The poor little rich boy. I'm a great grandmother and it broke my heart that he couldn't call his mother "meema" and had to call her by her given name. 😢
I have never even thought of anything particular about the disciples except Simon and John. Though, Matthew have written one Gospel, he had not highlighted anything about himself except his calling. What you have done through chosen is thaught provoking. So far we were seeing the entire picture as a history happened 2000 years back but now as Jesus Christ is portrayed from the perspective of people around Him, it made ourselves to feel one among them. I was not able to remember the name of all 12 disciples but now I personally know about 7 + 1 including Thomas as I remember one of my friend.. Life of Jesus Christ is beyond History and The Chosen nailed it.
There are very few ensemble casts I’ve ever witnessed who portray their characters as well as these men do. That, to me, is part of the ‘life’ inside the programs. It allows one to become immersed in the lives of all of them; as if you’re getting to observe friend’s lives when you aren’t physically there.
I totally agree. That's exactly how I feel. Bless you!
I think the world needed this series. An it came in just at the right time, my experience was a real spiritual awakening, every episode was a step closer an closer to God! Really enjoyed the characters of jesus disciples they'll played their part so good... Mathew was my favorite tho!!! You can see how jesus heart was bursting with love an enjoyed each an everyone of them ! Best movie ever!
Absolutely!
I think the best word I can use to describe how the characters of "The Chosen" work through their roles, and their character development: AUTHENTIC. The feeling of authenticity that we, the end viewer feel while watching this series is just off the charts. As Dallas said, the characters are not treated as stoic "statues" being preserved. They are real people figuring things out. Love what you guys are doing with this project. I, like many others, can't wait for season 2. 😎👍💖💟😇🙏
Absolutely! Couldn't have put it better myself.
Goose bumps. All of you are all such great actors. I'm so happy that your calling is allowing you to walk in the footsteps of our Lord, and to enrich our lives with the word of God. Thank you all and God Bless.
Everyone involved in this series is divinely appointed and WOW! We are so blessed to see personification, in it's best form I've seen in my old age! God bless you all!!!!
Great performance by all the actors in Chosen. We can see the hand of God and His anointing upon this. In my opinion 'Chosen' touched a great number of people across the world and for me the Good News of Jesus Christ came alive through this. May God bless all of you and transform your lives as well as you did for many.🙏
I agree - We cannot relate to "stone statues". It's nicer to have confirmation that Jesus and His apostles were real people like us who cried, got mad, got scared, laughed out loud, hugged one another. I really love all of you guys for helping bring alive the Gospels. I can't wait to see season 2 - but since I don't have a smart phone or cable - I wouldn't mind purchasing DVDs of season 2 for myself and sister/bro-in-law. Thanks for posting, thanks for all you do to spread The Word.
Wonderful to hear that, thanks so much Nora :)
@@TheChosenSeries - Are there plans in the works; for "The Chosen" to come out with an app in the Microsoft store, Apple store, Chromebook and also, Android tablet mediums...?
I love actually hearing from and seeing the people who portray the characters. This show is amazing and I try to get all my Christian friends to watch !!!!
Awesome, Carol! :)
Get your none Christian friends to watch too if only to help them understand what and why you believe. Plant a seed!
My brother's and sister's plz remember to 🙏 , for the wolves, and the ones still asleep, in Jesus name Amen.....loved the first season, looking forward to the second one, God is surely with you all , and I'll keep everyone in my prayers 🙏 may Lord God the Farher of Fathers , and Jesus protect us all , from our enemies 🙏
Keep putting out content like this! Can't get enough of this series, and the actors' thoughts, and the behind the scenes stuff, and everything...it's all great!
So glad you're a fan, Sam! :)
I love The Chosen because it helps me to understand each character of the disciples in the bible, as well as seeing each one of them as we see ourselves, as we learn and grow in our faith walk with Jesus. I can relate to them in their failures as well as their strengths. Thank you, Dallas, cast and crew for bringing new life into the Word of God in making each character real. God Bless you all. Looking forward to season 4. 😇😇
I love everything about this. The world needs this right now, light up the world and God bless you all. Oh, and one more thing I so want a T-shirt with all them fishes on it. Lol.😇🙏🙏🙏
I can't wait for Season 2. Thank you so much for this Dallas, Johnathan and all the cast and crew
Absolutely!
I love this show so much and I love how it touches so many people. Keep spreading Gods word. I love you so much and the amazing thing is God loves you sooo much more. Stay safe and strong my brothers and sisters in Christ. God is so amazing ✝️❤️🛐
Jesus is our redeemer praise God praying for everyone everyday God bless you all 🙏
Everyone associated with The Chosen and the phenomenal actors have to have been hand picked by God. You have taken me back to the time when Jesus walked the earth. I adore each and every actor, I have never seen anything like this. Thank you, thank you, thank you. 🙏
Thank
One thing i absolutely love about The Chosen is how everyone seems to find a bit of themselves in the characters. As someone who suffers from Aspergers Syndrome, i completely relate to Matthew. He has things that he is completely brillant at and aspects of life that he wrestles with as i do. We are both very analytical, think logically and are both a bit obsessive when it comes to certain things. He struggles socializing with others and people do not understand him because he is different, until he meets someone who does, Jesus. I was the same way too until i gave my heart and life to Jesus. Now i do not worry about people understanding me because i know that God does and that i can come to him in prayer with anything that is on my heart. Say strong and of good courage my friends for our King is coming. God Bless.
Beautiful to hear the connections you've made, Billijo- thanks so much! :)
God bless all of you for portraying your roles in The Chosen so beautifully and meaningfully.
You are consumate actors.
I love you all.
Zebedee and Salome are such a fun couple. Perfect! Both are full of compassion and energy.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
☝️🙌🙏🤗🎯⛰️💚🙂📖🕊🤍🕊
The Entire Cast did an amazing job and, I know that it's gonna continue for Season 2 and the entire show of The Chosen!✝️❤️ I love y'all very much, Brothers and Sisters in Christ!!!!😘😘😘😘
I’m so looking forward to seasons 2 thru 7...praying for this to completion.....🌻
Awesome, Mary- thanks for your prayers and support!
Happy to see you all again. Waiting for next season.
Us too! Can't wait to start filming this fall!
I am loving The Chosen. I have been blown away by the beautiful and respectful portrayal of Jesus and His disciples. I hope that more Christians will step forward and create TV shows and movies. Thank you for being the salt and the light.
Love the Chosen! 💖 This show has been used to motivate to read my bible more and work on a personal relationship with Jesus, God and the Holy Spirit. I can't wait for season 3. Praying for you all.🌸
So good to hear from these actors about how they are finding themselves in their roles too.
Gospel John has always been my favorite one. And watching George portrayal of him is really cool. Enjoy watching how all the disciples interact with each other. Especially Simon and Matthew. Believe " The Chosen" is the best show I have ever seen and enjoy so much. Thank you Dallas, Jonathan, and all the cast and crew of " The Chosen" . God bless all of you .
This show makes my heart come alive.... as the scripture does. Thank you!
love how Noah James talks with his hands, i was like "are you air-typing?" lol at 6:40
I agree 100% with Dallas about how they make these characters very relatable. That's why I looooove this show!!!
I love these roundtables with the actors!
Thank you! I really enjoyed hearing how these talented men connect to the characters. They truly put flesh to the page as I read the Bible.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I think seeing these actors in this roundtable discussion, helps the fans get to know the process of how these actors prepared for their respective roles. Each one of them gave what they have in their ability to perform such a difficult task as well as getting to know their character and bringing their acting ability to each episode is excellent. Love these discussions as we get to see the actors' perspective.
Glad you're enjoying these, Deena!
Dallas, you and the chosen team’s work on this series is fantastic! You are making a huge impact helping millions of believers get deeper into their faith and you are planting many seeds! I look forward to many, many seasons to come and I have faith that your work on this series is the catalyst for many other QUALITY shows that help show people the way! No doubt you are making HIM smile 😊
It's so true about how the Chosen reminds us of the humanity of the disciples and doesn't treat them like statues!
My husband works in film and would love to play a small part in the series. Is there any information on casting calls online?
Glad you guys are fans, Taylor! W'eve started casting calls through the usual casting channels, so your husband would want to submit through his agent if he has one. If you're interested in background acting, that will go through a local agency, once location is decided. :)
Good to see the actors talk about this. It was nice to hear from Paras. :)
Yea he’s such a brilliant actor
💙 Like how you will use the attachment of “knowing” these men then later seeing their sufferings.
Watching the Chosen made me wanna read the Bible, now I can relate an understand it more 🙏 thank you
Amen!
So good. Can’t wait to see the next seasons! 🙌🏼⚡️⚡️
I love this show, my favorite character is Matthew....and Simeon.....and Andrew, gosh I love all the characters. The entire crew are doing a great job. It's not every day you see a show that is so breath taking, Bible stories I've read over and over being dramatized in a way I can't describe, I just love this series.
I like very much what Giavanni said. Since we hardly know Thaddeus, so everything we see in the CHOSEN will form his image in us and everything we learn later will relate to what the film teaches us It's a big responsibility. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you guys and promise my prayers
The reason this show is so loved by everyone is because the relatability of the characters. They were holier than thou. They didn’t act better than us. They were real people. Like us. I love this show and I thank everyone for putting their 100% into it. ❤️💕
God bless you guys I can't tell you how much I love all of you and how much this means to the world. ..
I know. ❤️🙏😊
What great characters, each one. May God richly bless your lives as you personally seek Him.
Saya menyukai The Chosen dan saya paling suka karakter Matius. Tapi saya suka semua. Semoga Tuhan memberkati dan memberikan hikmat dalam series The Chosen agar yang menontonnya semakin mencintai Yesus dan Alkitab.
It's great to see all these guys acting... 😊... I just love all of you
Just catching this roundtable discussion. Wow...powerful. Immediately, the scripture words when Jesus says, ' I am in Him and He is in me' comes to mind. JUST AS...JUST AS...the Father and the Son are ONE, we are one ...in 'character'. God plants a Garden ...a special environment were we are to gleen organically but within the frameworkof a particular'scene' of life. Scripture becomes our blueprint in the garden of our life, if you will...and it is in us and WE are in it. We step into it as it steps into us. Just like taking on a any role. Beautiful!
It's interesting to see that we are Chosen by Jesus to follow Him and learn from Him what the will of the Father is for His children.
Thank you so very much for this wonderful series. It is by far the best and most moving telling of Jesus’ story I’ve ever seen. However,
I do have one very sincere concern. The music at the end of episode 8 as He and the disciples begin the public mission is incongruous and really shattering.
I heard you describe the spontaneous creation of the music and know how proud you are of your efforts. But I found that as the episode and scene drew to a close, I felt the joy and the hopes of generations of the Jewish people (who had been in a doctrinal and dogmatic cage) in being free for their souls to soar into personal communion with God without the rigid rules and politics of sectarianism and the Temple. It brought me to tears, just think about it!
Then Simon and the other disciples expressed their own liberation from the need to be secretive and be able to shout to the world that the Messiah had really and truly come. But instead of a soaring hope-filled, joyous closing theme there was a sort of “bad-boy” combative vibe.
You all have been through so much and worked so hard I’m sorry to have any criticism but I’m humbly pleading with you to change this and be sensitive to the delicate web of spiritual thoughts, feelings, and communion you are facilitating between the viewers and the Lord.
Thank you for EVERYTHING!
What a beautiful job everyone is doing! Thank you Dallas and The Chosen team.
I want to applaud all of you for REALLY bringing the apostles to life. With a degree in Religious Education and after studying with a Rabbi: I have to say that it is amazing how you have managed to humanize each disciple so that they remain all throughout well rounded instead of the flat characters that we normally find in movies or in books. Great job! Thank you!
May GOD Bless you all in JESUS name Amen..
I would definitely rather watch this than other actor roundtable! Thank you chosen crew!
What makes this show great, for me is a multitude of things, but having likable actors is one of my top reasons...aside from the obvious, being biblical accuracy.
Yes. It's hard to pick out just one "stand out" actor/character, each so different yet each so relatable, multi-layered. Each individual actor and his/her portrayal is a vital component to the whole. The casting was inspired. I hope cast & crew are aware of viewers' appreciation of their remarkable talent.