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Director Dallas Jenkins (left) and Jonathan Roumie, who plays Jesus in the wildly successful TV series “The Chosen,” speak with journalists during a press conference on June 23, 2025, at the Vatican. / Credit: Daniel Ibañez/CNA

"The Chosen" Cast Visits Vatican After Filming Crucifixion Scenes in Italy

Jun 23, 2025

Jonathan Roumie, castmates from “The Chosen,” and director Dallas Jenkins are at the Vatican this week after wrapping up three weeks of filming in southern Italy.

Now in its fifth season, Part 1 of “The Chosen: Last Supper” — the first two episodes — has become the highest-grossing installment of the series, raking in a little over $19 million.  / Credit: 5&2 Studios

"The Chosen" Hits Milestone as Creator Reflects on Powerful Last Supper Portrayal

Apr 17, 2025

Dallas Jenkins, creator of “The Chosen,” along with some of the actors from the show shared their experiences of filming Season 5 of the popular Christian series.

Jonathan Roumie portrays Jesus in the series "The Chosen" | "The Chosen"

"The Chosen" Series Gets Waiver to Continue Filming During Strike

Jul 17, 2023

Filming of the fourth season of “The Chosen,” the popular Christian television series about Jesus and his disciples, will continue after a union granted the production an exemption from its strike against major Hollywood studios. 

"The Chosen" actor Jonathan Roumie (left) and director Dallas Jenkins (center front) meet Pope Francis (right) at the Vatican on Aug. 11. Daniel Ibanez/CNA

Pope Francis Meets Actor Who Plays Jesus in the Internet Series “The Chosen”

Aug 11, 2021

The actor who plays Jesus in the internet series “The Chosen” met Pope Francis on Wednesday, fulfilling a lifelong dream as he visits Rome this week to view pilgrimage sites related to the Gospels.