The Chosen Season 5 Surges Past $35M at the Box Office

The Chosen Season 5 has reached a major milestone at the box office, with its theatrical release outperforming expectations and cementing its position as a cultural phenomenon among faith-based media. The latest season of the hit Christian drama series opened in three parts, each drawing significant attention from audiences across the country.

Part 1, titled The Chosen: Last Supper and covering the first two episodes, has become the highest-grossing installment of the series so far, pulling in over $19 million. Part 2, which includes episodes 3 to 5, has already passed $10 million, and Part 3 (episodes 6 to 8), released on April 11, grossed $5.8 million during its opening weekend.

Creator and director Dallas Jenkins reflected on what makes The Chosen Season 5 distinct, especially its depiction of the Last Supper. Speaking during a press event, Jenkins explained the show’s approach: “We do it ‘The Chosen’ way—we reveal the humanity behind the iconic moments. We want viewers to feel like they’re in the room with people who deeply love each other, not just observing a stained-glass portrayal.”

The Chosen Season 5 – Theme & Cast Performances

The season begins with out-of-sequence flashes of the Last Supper, adding emotional depth to everything that leads up to it: Jesus entering Jerusalem, the growing unease among Roman and religious leaders, and the quiet turmoil brewing in the hearts of his disciples.

Actor George Xanthis, who plays John the Apostle, noted how Season 5 tracks his character’s transformation “from thunder to love.” As he begins to understand Jesus’ message, viewers witness John becoming more attuned to the meaning behind the teachings and impending sacrifice. “He’s starting to pay attention and is sticking very close to Jesus,” Xanthis said.

This season also tackles the theme of misunderstanding and rejection. Jenkins emphasized that The Chosen Season 5 shows how confusion often leads to resistance—a struggle both ancient and modern. “Judas didn’t understand and rejected. The religious leaders didn’t understand and rejected. That tendency hasn’t gone away,” he said.

Actor Paras Patel, who portrays Matthew, added that while this season explores darker, more painful chapters of the Gospel, it still carries a message of hope. “We’re heading into the darkness, but know that there is light coming after,” he said. “People will feel a lot, but also leave with renewed strength.”

The Chosen Season 5 is part of a broader trend of successful faith-based projects gaining traction in theaters and on streaming platforms. Angel Studios’ King of Kings, an animated biblical film, had a record-setting $19 million domestic debut. Meanwhile, the series House of David hit No. 1 on Prime Video’s Top 10 list, with over 22 million views in just 17 days after its finale aired.

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