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THE CHOSEN SEASON 3: EPISODE 1 & 2

A Christ-centered launch into Season 3, made for the whole family.

2022(Not yet rated)130 minutesAngel StudiosDrama/Historical Drama
Worth the trip.
ENTERTAINMENT QUALITY ★★★★ 4 / 4 Inspiring, high-quality biblical drama.
FAMILY CONTENT Family +4 on the +4 to −4 scale Safe and uplifting for the whole family.
CONTENT LEVELS NONE → HEAVY
Language None
Violence Light
Sex Light
Nudity None
BEST FOR Viewers of all ages and families seeking faith-filled entertainment.
CONTENT IN ONE LINE Mild peril, mild suggestive comments, wine use, and tempers flaring.
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Should You Watch It?

If you want a family movie that centers Jesus Christ, champions the Bible, and points you toward the truth of His teaching, this is worth your time. These two episodes offer an inspiring, faith-filled theatrical experience built around the Sermon on the Mount and the disciples’ growing trust in Jesus.

The film is not without a limitation. Because the theatrical release combines two television episodes rather than presenting a conventional movie, the pacing can feel uneven. Still, the strong Christian message, biblical quotations, quality camerawork, and high-quality acting give the experience real value.

Take your family to see it if you are looking for uplifting, Christ-centered drama that is safe for viewers of all ages.

The Story

NO SPOILERS — WE KEEP THE SURPRISES

Jesus prepares to deliver the Sermon on the Mount to a tremendous crowd gathered from near and far. His words draw some people toward belief while provoking anger in others.

Afterward, the disciples return to their families and wrestle with anxiety, strained relationships, and questions about what Jesus will ask of them next. As their ministry enters a new phase, they must learn to trust the Messiah they have pledged to serve.

Is It Any Good?

Four stars means this is an especially strong entry in the series. The camerawork and acting reach theatrical-level quality, giving the biblical drama an engaging and polished presentation.

The main weakness comes from the format. Combining two episodes into one theatrical experience creates some pacing issues, particularly because the story functions as a launching point for the rest of the season. Even so, the production’s quality and uplifting purpose make it a rewarding watch.

The Worldview

This release presents a very strong Christian, biblical worldview centered on Jesus Christ and His teachings. It champions the Bible and the truth of Christ’s words, with much of the dialogue drawn directly from Scripture. The story emphasizes hope, truth, peace, obedience, trust in Jesus, and the expansion of the kingdom of God.

The film portrays people responding differently to Jesus. Some believe His teaching, while others—including Pharisees and some Romans—grow angry or suspicious. It also explores the disciples’ struggles with their pasts, families, anxieties, and willingness to trust the Messiah’s plan.

The film’s central message aligns closely with a biblical view: Jesus is the Christ, His teaching is true, and His followers are called to trust and obey Him. Its goal is not merely to retell biblical events but to create an inspiring, Christ-centered experience for viewers and families.

Jesus’ teaching points to the exclusive hope found in Him: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life” (John 14:6).

Movieguide® worldview codes: CCC, BBB, V, S, A — preserved for our database, awards research and the annual Report to the Entertainment Industry. What the codes mean →

The Content Guide

The specifics — spoilers included by nature — so you can judge for your own family.

Dominant Worldview and Other Worldview Content/Elements

Very strong Christian, biblical worldview focuses on Jesus Christ and His teachings, and stays true to the Word of God, with much of the dialogue being quotes lifted straight from the biblical text

Foul Language

No foul language

Violence

Some mild peril, assassins track Jesus, disciples’ lives are threatened due to their pasts or association to Jesus, some of the Romans can be harsh toward Jews, tempers often flare up between the disciples of Jesus

Sex

No sex scenes, but there are a few mild suggestive comments, and Simon Peter and his wife, Eden, kiss

Nudity

No nudity Alcohol Use/Abuse: Characters drink wine, which is historically accurate to the time

Smoking and/or Drug Use and Abuse

No smoking or drugs

Miscellaneous Immorality

Nothing else objectionable.

Talk About It

Questions for the drive home, the dinner table, or the youth group.

01

Jesus’ teaching brings both belief and anger. How should we respond when truth is difficult to hear?

John 8:31–32 · 2 Timothy 4:2
02

The disciples struggle to trust Jesus while facing anxiety and danger. What helps you trust God when you do not know what comes next?

Proverbs 3:5–6 · Philippians 4:6–7
03

The disciples are called to serve Jesus together. What does faithful service look like in your family, church, or community?

Mark 10:43–45 · 1 Peter 4:10
04

The film centers on Jesus’ words from Scripture. How can God’s Word shape the way you live this week?

Psalm 119:105 · James 1:22

The Final Word

This is a polished, inspiring, Christ-centered release that brings biblical truth to the theater. The two-episode format creates some pacing concerns, but the message and family-safe content make the experience worthwhile. WORTH THE TRIP for families seeking uplifting faith-filled entertainment.

THE VERDICT Worth the trip.

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