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THE CHOSEN Season Three: Episodes 1 & 2 Shines in Weekend Box Office, Begins Expanded Theatrical Run
Audience Demand for Season 3 Premiere Drives Extended Run Through Dec. 1
WATERLOO, Ont. – Nov. 23, 2022 – The Chosen – the global phenomenon, multi-episode television drama based on the life of Jesus – grabbed the number three position at the box office this weekend, driving an extension of the original five-day run in cinemas all the way through Dec. 1. Fans of the TV show came out to theatres in droves and made The Chosen #3 at the US domestic box office, with a strong showing in dozens of theatres across Canada. Due to overwhelming demand, Fathom Events and their exhibition partners are extending The Chosen Season 3: Episode1 & 2 through December 1, 2022.
“We have the ability to try new things, such as putting a TV show in theatres, because our fans are so passionate and supportive. Hopefully, this causes others to check out Seasons One and Two,” said series Creator Dallas Jenkins.
“The success of The Chosen Season 3: Episodes 1 & 2 is the perfect example of how innovative the event cinema business has become and how hungry audiences are for faith-based content,” said Ray Nutt, CEO of Fathom Events.
With more than 420 million episode views from around the world, The Chosen is a fan-supported, seven-season television series that creates an authentic and intimate picture of Jesus’ life and ministry, seen through the eyes of the people who knew him. Over the course of its first two seasons, the series has garnered praise from critics and fans alike for its historical and biblical accuracy, playful spirit, stirring drama, genuine humour and disruptive impact. It has been translated into 62 languages (and counting) and is consistently one of the top-searched shows on streaming platforms.
Angel Studios launched The Chosen through Fathom Events on Nov. 18. The opening release was set to show at least ten times per theatre over five days in more than 2,000 movie theatres globally, including theatres across Canada, with extended runs through Dec. 1 possible. To purchase tickets, visit Fathomevents.com.
For more information about the theatrical release and a complete list of Canadian theatres, visit faithfilms.ca.
For interviews with cast members, contact Shannon Mischuk at shannon@grafmartin.com or 519-342-3703 x107.
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About The Chosen
The Chosen completed filming of its third season in September 2022, continuing its unprecedented success as the largest fan-supported entertainment project of all time. It has been translated into 62 languages and counting. With no fee or subscription required, it’s completely free to watch and available as both a standalone mobile and TV app, plus available on multiple streaming services. Viewer support enables the show to remain free around the world. The Chosen, an Angel Studios Original, is produced by Loaves & Fishes.
About Fathom Events
Fathom is a recognized leader in the entertainment industry as one of the top distributors of content to movie theatres in North America. Owned by AMC Entertainment Inc. (NYSE: AMC); Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK); and Regal, a subsidiary of the Cineworld Group (LSE: CINE.L), Fathom operates the largest cinema distribution network, delivering a wide variety of programming and experiences to cinema audiences in all of the top U.S. markets and to more than 45 countries. For more information, visit www.FathomEvents.com.