“We love our Filipino fans, as the Philippines is one of our most supportive countries in the world,” said Dallas Jenkins, creator, writer, and director of the hit series “The Chosen,” in August 2020. “The Chosen” is now in its fourth season and the Philippines ranks third globally in viewership outside the US, following Brazil and Mexico. Its success in the Philippines is attributed to Filipinos not only being devout Christians traditionally, celebrating the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, but are also “teleserye” watchers.
"The Chosen" “The Chosen” has captured the hearts of millions around the globe, not just for its compelling storytelling, but also for its innovative, crowd-funded production model. From its inception, “The Chosen” has defied expectations, offering a fresh and humanizing portrayal of the life of Jesus Christ (played by Jonathan Roumie). “It has not only made the Bible come alive in new and powerful ways but has also changed the way faith-based media is funded and produced,” said Teresa Tunay, CBCP/CINEMA.
What sets “The Chosen” apart from other biblical adaptations is its deeply human approach to the characters in the Gospels. Rather than portraying Jesus and His disciples as distant or larger-than-life figures, “The Chosen” focuses on their humanity, their struggles, and their relationships with one another. Creator Dallas Jenkins sought to depict these biblical figures as relatable, flawed people whose .
