Amazon MGM Studios has signed a wide-ranging deal with Dallas Jenkins’ 5&2 Studios that includes the exclusive U.S. streaming rights to the first five seasons and upcoming seasons of The Chosen.
The agreement also includes theatrical distribution and streaming rights to new releases about the crucifixion and the resurrection, which will be key components of seasons six and seven of the historical drama. Season five, telling the story of Holy Week, when powerful leaders plotted the death of Jesus, is set to debut theatrically on March 28, followed by a premiere on Prime Video in the U.S. in June.
The series will become available on Prime Video in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, sub-Saharan Africa, the U.K. and Latin America later this year.
The deal also covers the new unscripted series The Chosen in the Wild with Bear Grylls, in which Bear Grylls takes the cast of The Chosen and director Jenkins on their own adventures into the wilderness to find out what makes them tick, explore their journeys and push them to their limits.
Additionally, Amazon MGM Studios has inked a first-look series and film deal with 5&2 Studios.
Lionsgate handles global distribution for The Chosen and The Chosen in the Wild with Bear Grylls.
“The Chosen has had renowned success captivating audiences across generations, and we are looking forward to collaborating with Dallas and 5&2 Studios on a larger scale,” said Vernon Sanders, head of television at Amazon MGM Studios. “As we look ahead, we see massive opportunities to develop additional faith-inspired content for our global Prime Video customers.”
“For several years, the team at Amazon MGM Studios has proved over and over they’re passionate about this show and our fans,” Jenkins commented. “They’re going to make us better and get the show to more people, and I can’t wait to build this relationship.”
Jim Packer, president of worldwide television distribution at Lionsgate, added, “Amazon MGM Studios is the perfect partner to take this already highly sought-after property to the next level. This wide-ranging, multi-territory deal presents a unique opportunity to deepen engagement with The Chosen’s loyal fan base while drawing in new viewers around the world.”
