The Chosen's deleted scene 

Man, I literally cried throughout the whole season. I had an encounter with God during the Nicodemus scene 😭

Jesus calling Mary by her name is one of the greatest scenes in movie history...any genre!

The cast are actually so good in describing their characters, after watching the series, every time I read the bible about Simon, or Matthew, the images of the actors of _The Chosen_ just pop up in my mind 😂

I think the scene between Simon and his wife is far the best! It was either choosing a storyline of fear and brutality or the way his wife was instrumental in Simon’s spiritual journey and ultimate victory. I would always choose the second as can relate to that better! You have done an extraordinary job in creating The Chosen. Thank you is never sufficient but I am sure you agree knowing it is changing people’s lives all over the world, brings a deep joy and thankfulness, and God gets the glory ♥️

Glad we got to see the deleted scene, but completely agree with your decision to cut it. The scene with Eden is much more profound and stands on its own.

Dallas, The chosen is an epic series I have ever seen till now or I'll ever see again...... Love from India ❤️.... God bless you abundantly. Praying for you guys too

This is so good. Whoever is reading this and you are struggling, going through trials and hard times. God is with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Dont lose faith and hope in God.

I agree with the decision to cut it. Not necessary, and not very cohesive. Plus it would mean any time he's in town for the rest of the season he'd have to be looking over his shoulder because if that many men were after him for betrayal they wouldnt just forget about it.

My parents had a jewelry store when I was growing up, and my mother worked with the tools to size rings and repair jewelry. I remember, when she worked with gold, as she ground the gold rings and pendents with a file, she would catch and preserve every dust of the gold particles falling to the table. Every speck of that gold dust, was in fact that . . . Gold. . . every single one, valuable and worthy. Your work is such as that. Every scene, every frame, every audio sounds, . . are all gold. The actors are such a joy to watch, I am drawn into my computer monitor every single minute. In Episode 6, towards the end when the Pharisee called for the Roman soldiers to disrupt the gathering, you used this sound effect that is not quite instrumental, but had a rhythmic beat with total silent background. (as the the healed paralytic man walks past Nicodemus) There are so many moments as I am watching this show, when I feel like I'm in that "zone" watching Lord Jesus not only heal, but also work on the "hearts" of the people. Lastly. I liked the part when Simon talks about how he learned how to fish by watching his father. It made me think of how when I tried to be a good Christian, there were always holes. But just by "listening" to Him, and just by being where Jesus, I am changing. Sorry for the long post. Initially, just wanted to thank you and your wonderful team. There is not one part, I would leave out. It's all Gold. !!

I am SO glad we no longer “have to“ rely on H-wood to bring us Christian films/movies. It’s obvious a true spiritual heart was in the making of this series. I had expected something like this scene to occur, but loved, loved, loved how you fleshed it out with Simon and his wife instead...a better choice in my opinion!

Bloopers? Would love to see that.

Best show ever watched so far!!

The fact that this was your only cut is such a testimony to how hard you all are working! Thank you The Chosen! May God bless you and provide day by day.

Thank you Dallas! SEEING the Bible come alive is so POWERFUL!!!

I have been a youth pastor and the niece of a Nun ,as well as a Mesianic Jew .I wanted to see where the Lord was working. Thank you God for "The Chosen " it is time , thanks to all of you for your hard work , this is spectacular ! I am telling everyone that they need to see this!!

I, too, believe Simon and Edens' strength is in their relationship even when it was having difficulties as marriages do. Simon did well to escape those men, but the scenes between Eden and Simon are powerful and so loving. I was crying with both of them😢. Keep up the blessed work of The Chosen. We love it and can't wait for more!!!❤ Thank you all and your continuous work of the Lord and for the Lord!! You are changing lives every scene. Sometimes, even every line. ❤✨️🙋‍♀️🙏💫

Glad it was deleted. We didn’t need it to know the situation. God is guiding this project with truth and love. 🙌🏼🕊🐑✝️🪔🌎❣️

The music was dramatic, which added a lot! It was a good call to cut it, especially since he got away so easily. It didn't wind up feeling, to me, like it was as dangerous as initially thought if the Romans would always be around the prevent violence. I love this show so much...all these juicy morsels are so wonderful to see!

I was a big fan of The Left Behind series in the early 2000s. Was pleasantly surprised to see your connection to that series. The storytelling gene definitely runs in the family. Enjoying this series equally as much. Praying and supporting your effort. Thank you for all your hard work so far and going forward! 🙏🏻

Dallas. Thank you for making The Chosen. Every miracle makes me cry. It's as if I'm witnessing it first hand and the power of God overwhelms me so much that I begin to bawl tears of joy and happiness. Thank you so much for creating this. God has blessed you and through your work, God has blessed us.

Hey Dallas~I can absolutely see why this scene was cut..it wouldn't have worked with the entire feel of the episode. Thanks for showing this, though!!!!! ~ Bridget

It was actually a good idea that could have enabled other action encounters later, but it was not necessary for the bullseye you were aiming at. What you have right now in The Chosen is a very precious gem.

Phenomenal series that brought me to tears several times. Really top quality & brings JESUS to us in a unique light. God’s love comes through loud & clear! Thank you!!

Thank you for deleting that scene, it really wasn’t necessary. Seeing how Simon’s own brothers in law treated him was enough. I did love seeing the deleted scene! Seeing anything that has to do with my favorite show is purely amazing. Love you all!!!!

I'm glad you made this available along with your explanation. I had to watch this episode a few times to understand what happened when Simon was meeting with his fellow fishermen. I had a hard time understanding the dialogue even after rewinding and repeating in a few places, but I figured out that Simon had explained to his friends what he had done, but I wasn't sure exactly how it was resolved. This helped me to understand better. Thank you.

I absolutely love the wedding feast episode. One of my favorites. Jesus joking with his disciples was so fun to see.

I really love how the Chosen seems to make these people more real. Their humanity.

The scene at the end of episode 1 was absolutely iconic! Where Jesus repeats the verse she used to say, and called her my name, that was so powerful! One of my favorite scenes in TV history

This is the best TV show about Jesus ever. Glory be to God! Thank you Dallas, thank you to everyone involved in the creation and production of this show~!

Each day... Through the chosen we love u jesus💚🧡💚

That was a good, and i agree with you Dallas, it wasn't needed. Love The Chosen and praying GOD blesses even more in season 2.

Dallas, you have been blessed by God, and your devotion and love for Him shines in every episode. I loved The Greatest Story Ever Told, saw King of Kings at a theater when it was first released and have devoted many hours watching Jesus of Nazareth after finding it too middle eastern for me when I watched it in 1977 when first released. The Passion of the Christ was so powerful, feeling it to the bone as the entire theater left in silence at the end. The Chosen has had such a different and deeper impact on me. Though I loved the reverence and holiness of Christ presented in all of those movies, He also felt unapproachable. In The Chosen, I see me, my best friend, my brothers and my neighbors. I know our creator has a sense of humor,Myles, even for us, and you present Him as I feel about Him, but could never articulate it. He’s my best friend.

That was a cool to see the deleted scene. I wouldn't have minded it in the show. It would be fun to see the blooper scenes of you guys trying to get Matthew's dog to pull a Rin Tin Tin. Keep up the awesome work. Praying for you guys!

You have done better than big budget movies. Very inspiring. Loved it

Yes. Good decision to take out this scene. The Simon and Eden relationship is what drives the emotion as we try to understand his anxieties. Good job Dallas and company!

Incredibly eye opening series into the characters we love so dearly. Great to see their humanity on display. Thank you!!

God bless you brother from Pakistan Karachi

Fitting, dramatic excellence, well portrayed and glad I was able to see it now, even though it was deleted!

I love soo much this serial, that I love everything about it: deleted scene, bloopers, interviews, etc. :) Great job! Praise the Lord!

Wow! A lot of tension, some edge of the seat. I am glad you shared it here.

I thought about this happening and was surprised when it didn't. But, since you explained that you wanted the focus on spirituality and the relationship with his wife, it was a good call to leave it out. 😊

Love this series! All the characters are wonderful. You've taken the most wonderful story ever told and added a fresh new look. Thank you.

You were absolutely right to delete that scene & make it a spiritual conflict. The scene with his wife was so impactful & I’m sorry to see that actress have to leave the series. Your show to me is a ministry which is reaching around the world to spread the gospel to all corners of the earth. God Bless you all & I can’t wait until Season 2 launches. 🙏🏻

This show is INCREDIBLE! I am earnestly waiting for Season 2, everyday I'm almost about to watch all the season 1 episodes just to relive that experience, because it certainly is that - an experience! THANK YOU SO MUCH Dallas Jenkins!

Good call to delete this scene. It is a bit cliche, whereas focusing on Simon's relationship with Eden is such an inspired original idea. That shows exactly what you are trying to portray, the personal lives of the disciples. Definitely some divine intervention there. 👍🏼👍🏼

was totally expecting an bloody brawl of ron burgundy proportions

This scene might have clouded Simon's decision to follow Jesus as motivated by a need to get out of Dodge for a while in the viewers mind instead of realization that Jesus was the awaited Messiah.

I can barely hold on for Season 2! For the entire cast I Thank you so very much for your work and dedication to our collective humanity. 💗

Every sceneni so well shot and in my opinion just perfect. I am certain the Lord is with you as your curate and edit every scene. I'm so blessed to be able to watch it!!

I think I have watched Season 1 thru Episode 8 about 3 times and it seems to gets better each time. Beautifully done thank you. Looking forward to more.

Good call! That was way too intense & would have disrupted the flow. I especially how Jesus is portrayed, happy, smiling & genuinely rejoicing with them when he performs miracles. I would love to be in a show like this. Thank you for doing this, especially now, it is needed more than ever. Praying for the process & all the people involved in it. Blessings!!!

I agree with your decision. In trying to backfill a story like this I could more easily assimilate what actually appeared than if this had appeared. Good decision. Love the series!

This is such an outstanding, PERFECTLY made series about the life of Jesus and his ministry.... I'm quite amazed with how good it is.... Jesus actually seems HUMAN and not some "don't touch or even look at me because I am the son of God" character like you see in literally EVERYTHING else that has a Jesus character... but yet, at the same time, he delivers himself like the sinless son of God. Honestly, I wish I had the kind of money to give this project $1,000,000 cause it's just THAT GOOD and it would be worth every penny to see it thrive and have no financial limitations... I would love to see the rest of the bible like this too :) God bless!!

The wholeness of this, WONDERS full w/ all of us !!! Thank *YOU* all.

There are so many details back and forth that interweaves this series from one episode to the next, it’s just amazing. Seriously God is with you all in this and I pray you continue just as you started because this show does justice to the Bible and the heart and character of Christ. I have never seen anything that has been this close to the way I have personally come to know Christ.

My sister and I just found the chosen on pure flix and literally ended up binge-watching the entire season!!

You are right. That scene wasn’t needed.

i hope the producer and casts know how much they are changing and affecting peoples life. the story of Jesus affected so many of us and they played it so well make me cry through out the full season one and i dont know how i can take the ending.

I love how relatable the figures are in this show. Often it feels like the character of Jesus is speaking directly to you. Maybe that's because the real one is.

We look forward to every single minute of every episode and simply cannot wait to for the next one to be released. Thank you The Chosen team for a most excellent job!

This series is groundbreaking and has stirred my heart toward the Lord in a new way. As John Eldredge wrote, Jesus is truly the “Beautiful Outlaw”- one who was one of us- who lived, felt tired, worked, felt sleepy, loved to laugh and to eat with friends, felt compassion as well as frustration, understood he was in enemy territory and held fast to His mission. I love Him even more, watching this compelling portrayal of his ministry journey. Thank you so much and let’s all pay it forward!

Well done! Episode 4 shared Truth as it should be... simply and without drama!

Interesting- I can see why it was cut, but it is an interesting scene- a little "on the nose" perhaps.

My husband and I enjoy watching series at night. It never felt so good to go to sleep after watching TV when I watched The Chosen. It took me too long to watch this series. I'm so glad for what you guys are doing. Love it! Thanks for The Chosen!

This is absolutely the best series I have ever seen portraying the life and times of Jesus, I am so looking forward to season 2 as are my grandchildren!! Thank you so much for producing this account, my prayers are with you all as you follow God's leading.

Thanks for posting this, Dallas. I am really enjoying this series with my son, and we've been talking lots about the different issues, history and themes that are presented in the show. I definitely agree with deleting the scene with the local blokes in Capernaum wanting to take Simon "some where quiet" in favour of highlighting the tension building between Simon and Eden. I think all couples can relate to this on some level, when you realise that your decisions have not been in the best interests of your relationship with your wife/husband. The back story for Simon is brilliant and, for me, really fills in the gaps of Simon may have been referring to when he said to Jesus, "Depart from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man!" I pray that by God's grace this work you and your team are doing may be able to continue. Yours in Christ, Geoff.

The power of God comes upon me so heavily any time I am watching an episode. God’s hand is SO on this project. I don’t want it to end. Please, PLEASE take your time with this series. I am savoring every moment.

Love this series!!! I agree with your choice to delete the scene...wonderful the way it was finally done. Eden scene is powerful!

I love this deleted scene! I believe it definitely adds to the severity of the situation.

Isn't it totally cool how the Great Director shows us the way?... if only we watch, listen and obey. Wonderful story-wonderful acting-wonderful in every way. Will keep praying for you as you continue the journey! May God bless you all!!!

You just connected something I had missed. The parallels between Matthew and Simon as betrayers. And the connection between them even as Simon is objecting Jesus’ calling of Matthew. With Simon telling Him that Matthew is a traitor. Of course, I love Jesus’ answer: “Get used to different”

Prayers that funding is plentiful, You have gone above and beyond in creating this series , God Bless .

Amazing actor.... they are spot on for their Characters...100%..well done Dallas... excellent Choices😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇 and OMG that scene is very very good...don't delete....please...

Having an ad for the chosen before the video of the chosen is a mood

Yes that would have deflected from his spiritual battle going on. I love this show. I am a retired pastor who has never seen Jesus portrayed better in any film. Jesus was a real man with real emotions an humour while being the son of God.

Thanks Dallas, just the correct missing piece to complete the original sequence of events in the episode!

Yikes !!! That had my stomach in knots ! J:o)== So glad you decided to cut the scene. The issue of Simon's betrayal and the feelings from the others are clearly felt in the tavern scene. Would have been good either way but you chose wisely! Lord bless your work. J:o)+

You guys are soo good thankyou soo much for making this project !!! Ia'm Blessed to watch this show✨✨✨

Thank you so much dallas for putting your time and effert into this show. Im so happy that you are letting people be in the sermon on the mount scene ! Do you know were and when it is going to be

As I am a BIG BIG FAN of the Chosen.....alllllllllll is a pleasure to watch .......CONGRATULATIONS

Good call Dallas👍🏾😊, that's why you are the boss that *Thee* Boss put over this show. Thanks for sharing it anyway.

You people are beautiful inside and out, and this series is so desperately needed right now. Thank you so much. I will get some merch!

That scene would have destroyed the pacing of the episode IMO. I'm glad it was cut.

Such an amazing show. Thank you for making it. Looking forward to season 2.

Dear Dallas, The series is excellent. The script, character development, casting, timing; all great. I have outgrown the stoic Jesus in the old classic films. I find that the scenes and lines from The Chosen come to mind as I read scripture now. In your interview with Jonathan about peoples' responses and the weight of his role... I believe it's natural for people to cling to images or conduits that make them feel closer to the invisible Lord, which is a good thing. Not only does talent as an actor produce a believable facsimile to the character, but in this case the actor is privileged to also become a conduit as the Spirit wills. Maybe you can share that with Jonathan and that I pray for the Jesus to draw him close in his personal life. Bless all of you. My background in acting and directing causes me to agree with your scene cut. It was of a different tone or spirit than the other scenes. The Lord is guiding you. I wish I was in a position to give you great support, but will be getting the CD's. I look forward to coming seasons and will keep this is prayer.

Your judgment was spot on! The scene between Eden and Simon tells more of the person, with his fears, near panic, and yet his basic goodness.

I loved that dog :c I want to see more of him 😅

What a friend! And what a beautiful portrayal of Him!

Wise choice, Dallas. But it could be a possible point of tension in season 2 as Simon (Peter) begins to follow Jesus. Not sure if word would ever spread beyond Capernaum or whether they would return to the city again, but it's maybe something worth fleshing out.

You've done an amazing job with both seasons! I can't wait for 3!!! Praying and paying forward as much as I can for 7 seasons!

Hi Dallas , like you said this scene wasn't necessary. The way he got escaped wasn't really interesting. Good job

Yesss!! I enjoyed how you changed this scene! God Bless you all! 🙌💛💙

I am so glad you cut that scene! I love all the epiodes. Eden brought correction by the Spirit of truth and it was so powerful. I really think that it captured the way the Lord brings reproof. The Lord knew all about Peter, where his heart was at, and that he would be one of His Chosen. We can have peace and joy knowing it's the same for us. Thank you!😊🕊

Yes! I totally agree. The scene should have been deleted. Oh! I really like the chemistry between Simon and his wife Eden.

I think this scene is almost comical I laughed out loud when Peter escaped. I think it was wise to leave it out. I love this series! I can't wait for the next season.

Wow!! Surprised that was removed. You’re all Surprisingly Amazing❤️❤️

Yeah, good call in cutting, it holds together without it.

Thank you for keeping us engaged....much joy....getting use to different.....smiling...

Wow. Very interesting scene. I think that should have made it in tbh. Something unrelated.. I was wondering if you would talk more about the scene where Mary is possessed, and perhaps go into detail on the behind the scenes work that was done, and what influences of scripture made this scene work? Nicodemus seems to quote from Enoch and Genesis 6 mentioning the utterance of the watchers and the holy ones, then mentions some fallen angels that are in Sheol. I recently watched a theology lecture explaining biblical monotheism as there are the elohim which are members of the spiritual realm, and that these "watchers" descended onto mount hermon to form their own mount of assembly ( God's mount of assembly being Eden) And later Jesus goes to the foot of this mountain in caesaria phillipi which culturally was acknowledged as the gates of hell. Then Jesus renamed Simon Peter here, and says how the gates of hell wont prevail against the church. Then 6 days later it says they climb a mountain ( assumed to be hermon since they stayed in caesaria phillipi for six days, and its at the foot of mount hermon) And the Jesus transfiguration of himself and Elijah and Moses happen over the peak, and at the same spot these watchers descended down to. In other words, it seemed like Nicodemus is aware of spiritual warfare, and was quoting Enoch and calling on the name of the Most High and his archangels to intervene in the possession of Mary. But like in the show, only God himself would be capable. Namely Jesus. I guess what in asking is.. Will we be seeing any unveiling of spiritual warfare going on in the show? It seems like in the bible, that there seems to be this overlap of spiritual and human conflict going on, and whatever happens in the physical world, there is a corresponding reaction or implication in the spiritual realm, and Jesus was reversing a lot of the ancestral sins of Genesis. This stuff seems to pop out at me in scripture. Like I never realised the conquest of Canaan meant wiping out all the giant or nephilim clans with Joshua at the end declaring there to be no more anakim in the land. Any thoughts on this? Thanks and God bless.

I agree it wasn't needed Dallas. The Chosen has touched so many the way it is. I personally have seen it numerous times and have watch parties. God's is working though you and your team. May God Bless you and your family and the hole Chosen Team.