The Chosen Jonathan Roumie Explores Impact of Jesus in New Docuseries Jonathan & Jesus

Jonathan Roumie, who plays Jesus in The Chosen, stars in a new documentary series exploring his life and faith.

Actor Jonathan Roumie, best known for his portrayal of Jesus Christ in the popular streaming series The Chosen, is the subject of a new documentary series titled Jonathan & Jesus. This series provides a comprehensive look at who Roumie is and how the role of Jesus has impacted his life.

Jonathan & Jesus, a four-part series produced by Lionsgate Entertainment, delves into the story of Jonathan Roumie, who has become a familiar figure to billions of people worldwide through his work on The Chosen and the recent major motion picture Jesus Revolution. The series aims to explore the impact of the role of Jesus on Roumie's life and the world today.

The documentary series follows the main themes of Roumie's journey, unity across the political spectrum, the significance of his faith, and the unexpected aspects of playing the role of Jesus. According to Deseret News, the series offers insights into Roumie's experiences and how playing Jesus has affected both him and the viewers of The Chosen.

Roumie, a devout Roman Catholic, shared on Facebook that the production of Jonathan & Jesus has been in the works for over two years. He expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to provide viewers with a glimpse into his journey and the impact of playing Jesus on both himself and the world.

The series features appearances by spiritual leaders, artists, and thinkers, including Pastor Greg Laurie, Dallas Jenkins, Francis Chan, Alice & Sheryl Cooper, Sheila E, Pope Francis, Brandon Flowers, Matt Fradd, Bob Goff, Nicky Gumbel, Scott Hahn, Danielle Strickland, Jonathan Tremaine Thomas, Jennifer Trosper, and Phillip Yancey.

The Jonathan & Jesus trailer invites viewers to join Jonathan as he explores the profound impact of Jesus Christ on history and the personal effects of portraying the Son of God. The Chosen, the largest crowdfunded television project in history, has garnered over 500 million streams and has been seen by more than 108 million people since its premiere.

The Chosen Season 4 will be released in theaters beginning on Feb. 1 before streaming online. Episodes will be released in theaters in three installments, followed by availability on various streaming platforms.

Jonathan Roumie's journey to portraying Jesus has been marked by challenges, including financial struggles and the need to rely on his faith. Despite these obstacles, Roumie has found success in his role, and his impact has been felt by viewers worldwide.

In addition to his portrayal of Jesus, Roumie has also taken on the role of the hippie evangelist Lonnie Frisbee in the movie Jesus Revolution, which has been widely successful since its release. Jonathan & Jesus provides a unique look into the life and impact of an actor who has brought the story of Jesus to millions of viewers around the world.

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