Casting the Chosen

The process of finding the actors to play some of the most iconic and influential people in history was daunting but ultimately beautiful. And it’s not only impacted viewers, but the actors themselves.

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[rochamusicx]

The actor that plays Matthew is fantastic. What a tremendous acting.

[Lauren-olqn]

Noah is the perfect fit for Andrew. Every scene with him and Simon is golden.

[djmyr]

Erick Avari as Nicodemus was one of the best casting decisions I can think of.

[caomhan]

"I expected something much cheesier, " she said. So did I. I expected a typical Hallmark-level sort of thing. Not this. What they've done with this is amazing. They've made a Biblical drama of actual contemporary QUALITY and appeal. It's beautiful.

[suescookery]

The guy who plays Matthew does an outstanding job! One of my favourite characters. Actually, I think this was a perfect cast...Nicodemus was also fantastic! Peter does a great job as all just do well done!

[danicadsouza]

This show makes me fall in love with Jesus more. Everyday, again, all over again. Just love it!

[Uchiha]

Andrew seems like that guy you really wanna be friends with😂

[wilder]

Nothing can top Roumie's performance...and yet every member of the cast is still giving him a run for his money. A credit to the entire cast and crew, and the message of the entire show, that everyone is absolutely killing it.

[TheHeatherHeuman]

There's something about Matthew --I just LOVE his character..and really feel a connection between the actor that plays Matthew and his execution of the role. Just love it.

[bonitasawyer]

The actors fit the personality of the people they portray.

[TheGio]

I love all the cast, but my favorite is Matthew ( that actor is a genie) and Jesus (every time he talks I am mesmerized)

[YophiSmith]

The scene with Nicodemus and Lilith was so powerful. The way she switched to possession and said, “You have no power here teacher.” I knew there was depth to the character that I wanted to see. To find out it was Mary Magdalene was amazing.

[anamericanfriend]

I love Matthew. Paras plays him so well. Matthew seems very tender hearted.

[magawestpitbull]

Can’t wait to see season two. The chosen makes the Bible Alive so that I CAN SHARE THE LOVE OF CHRIST.

[christineknight]

Andrew is so upbeat and happy and I love his smile he is fantastic actor

[thispurplebeanYT]

Matthew is so perfect and Paras brings a very good style to it

[shari-ann]

Paras' reaction to Noah when Dallas said he auditioned for Matthew really cracked me up!

[samjack]

So the actor who plays Matthew, all of that was just acting after all? Brilliant!

[eldruidacosmico]

Paras Patel's portrayal of Matthew has an aspenger feel to it that is very very real, I believe I'm an aspie myself (never diagnosed) and I felt so connected with this character. Seeing the actor being himself on this video makes me appreciate his work, as well as the scriptwriter's, great job!

[myaaversano]

I have to say it.... notice how amazingly God works mysterious ways. These cast membersALL said they were in a “bad” time of their careers. They all had some issue and were “taking a break” when they auditioned. I love the way God works!!! Wether or not believe in God, that’s your choice but it doesn’t make or break God. He is still the miracle worker that He was then as He is today and I love to see how He makes himself known to people. Thank you for sharing so much of yourselves and being honest in this interview.