Overview of Dallas Jenkins Reveals What To Expect From The Chosen Season 6
This Morning Wire interview with The Chosen creator Dallas Jenkins explores how the series became a global phenomenon, what drives his creative and spiritual approach, and what viewers can expect from Season 6. Jenkins explains that the show’s success has been built on humility, biblical fidelity, and a willingness to use creative imagination without crossing the boundaries of the Gospels. He also previews the upcoming crucifixion season, which begins streaming November 15 and is designed to culminate in a theatrical finale.
Key Takeaways
- The Chosen is now the most translated streaming series in history, with the show available in 130+ languages.
- Jenkins says he entered the project from a place of career failure and uncertainty, not confidence or ambition.
- His guiding philosophy is the “five and two plan”: his job is only to offer the loaves and fish; God decides the outcome.
- He emphasizes that the show is not Scripture itself, but an artistic portrayal intended to remain faithful to Jesus’ character and the Gospel accounts.
- Season 6 will focus on the 24 hours leading up to and including Jesus’ crucifixion.
- The season’s central idea is that Jesus willingly chose the path to the cross, rather than merely being forced into it.
- Jenkins says the show deliberately keeps joy, beauty, and even humor in the story so the season is not just “eight episodes of misery.”
- The finale is being treated as a theatrical event, not just a TV episode, continuing the show’s unconventional release strategy.
What Jenkins Says Drives the Show
A philosophy of surrender, not control
Jenkins repeatedly returns to the idea that he is not responsible for the final result, only for faithfully doing his part. He describes this as a spiritual and creative posture shaped by failure, prayer, and trust in God.
Faithful but imaginative storytelling
He acknowledges that the series takes creative liberties, but says they are always:
- Plausible
- Consistent with Jesus’ character
- Aligned with the intention of the Gospels
- Reviewed by a biblical council of experts
He notes that the council has only flagged a script issue a few times, and he is contractually required to revise anything they object to.
Leadership on set
Jenkins says he is responsible for the text and overall direction, while the cast and crew are there to help tell the story. He stresses that:
- The crew comes from a wide range of faith backgrounds
- Everyone is expected to do excellent work
- He tries to lead with care and create a strong, respectful environment
- The team has largely stayed together across all seven seasons
Season 6 Preview
What the season covers
Season 6 is the crucifixion season and spans 24 hours of Jesus’ final earthly day.
Core theme
The season centers on the idea that Jesus chose this path. Jenkins says the story highlights:
- Jesus’ agency in going to the cross
- The meaning of “not my will, but yours”
- The sacrifice as a deliberate act of love
Emotional tone
Jenkins says the season had to avoid becoming purely bleak. While the events are devastating, the show still includes:
- Moments of joy
- Beauty
- Humor
- Emotional contrast
This is meant to underscore that the crucifixion was not just suffering, but also an act of love and service.
Release details
- First three episodes: November 15 on Prime Video
- The season finale will receive a global theatrical release
- The finale was filmed with theaters in mind, not merely repackaged for cinema
Theatrical Strategy and Cultural Impact
Why theaters matter
Jenkins says the show’s theatrical releases have created a shared communal experience that can deepen the emotional and spiritual impact of the story. He sees theaters as a way to:
- Bring people together around the show
- Create conversation and community
- Make it easier for viewers to invite others
- Generate broader public attention
A trendsetter approach
He takes pride in the fact that The Chosen helped popularize the idea of a TV episode or series event being released in theaters. He sees this as proof that Christian content can also be culturally innovative.
Notable Quotes and Insights
- “My job is not to feed the 5,000. It’s only to provide the loaves and fish.”
- “I’m not claiming this as the inerrant word of God. It’s an artistic rendering.”
- “The audience needs to have one person that they can keep accountable.”
- “Every word Jesus said was important.”
- “Follow the path he chose” — Jenkins’ shorthand for Season 6’s theme.
Bottom Line
Dallas Jenkins presents The Chosen as both a creative project and a spiritual discipline: a show built on humility, accountability, and trust rather than ego or outcomes. Season 6 promises to be the series’ most intense chapter yet, but Jenkins says it will still balance sorrow with beauty, emphasizing that the crucifixion was an intentional, loving choice by Jesus — and that the theatrical finale is meant to make that moment feel communal and unforgettable.