One of the more divisive shows on streaming,The Chosen, is finding astounding success after the release of its sixth season.The Chosenis one of the most widely viewed shows on streaming services that a significant portion of TV fans won’t have heard of, with its story following the life of Jesus of Nazareth. The show was initially crowdfunded, and it wasn’t until seasons 3 and 4 that platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, and others provided an additional outlet. Now,The Chosenseason 5is streaming in its entirety on Prime.
Just four days after its release,The Chosenseason 5 is currently at #3 on Prime Video’s top 10 TV shows in the US chart(viaFlixPatrol). Since June 29, when the final episodes aired, the show has consistently ranked at the top of the chart, even reaching #1 on July 1. The season currently holds a 97% Popcornmeter on Rotten Tomatoes, which is a score generated by over 5,000 audience members. This follows a theatrical release, which sawThe Chosenseason 5 released in three parts in movie theaters earlier in 2025.
What The Chosen’s Streaming Success Means
The Chosen’s Streaming Numbers Shouldn’t Be Surprising
While a large portion of TV and streaming fans won’t have seen the show, the numbers shouldn’t be too big of a shock. Projects like 2023’sSound of Freedomhave proven that there’s a massive market for Christian-oriented film and television, andThe Chosen’sunprecedented box office numbersonly add further evidence.Season 5’s three parts grossed over $40 million at the box office, surpassing star-studded Hollywood releases likeWarfareandDeath of a Unicornat the box office. The title even surpassed the April re-release ofStar Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith.
Our Take On The Chosen’s Success
The Chosen Demonstrates The Potential Of Theatrical Releases For Television
Releasing episodes of TV shows in theaters has been something various streaming services have toyed with for years, andThe Chosenis proof that a theatrical release can generate traction and make a positive impact on streaming numbers. Excitement for this title was evidently established in the months prior to its release, explaining how a show with minimal television market advertising could jump to #1 in the US on Amazon Prime just a day after its release.
