Faith-Based Shows Gaining Popularity on Prime Video

Recently, Bible-themed content has found a significant boost on streaming services, particularly on Prime Video, where audiences are taking notice.

This past Tuesday, three faith-centered shows made it into the top ten rankings on Prime Video in the U.S.: Chosen Adventure at number seven, House of David at number eight, and The Chosen One at number ten.

Chosen Adventure, which launched on October 17th, is a charming animated series highlighting the journey of a nine-year-old girl who meets Jesus in 1st-century Galilee.

House of David is set to premiere its second season on the Wonder Project channel of Prime Video on October 5th. This season continues to depict David’s story as he navigates challenges while forming a bond with Jonathan amidst the chaos of being pursued by King Saul.

While no new episodes of The Chosen One have been released recently, it has sustained its popularity among viewers since the summer.

This trend reflects the growing appeal of faith-based narratives. Surprisingly, only a decade ago, standalone, secular projects about the Bible were somewhat uncommon. Now, there are three on the list.

Director Dallas Jenkins, also the executive producer of Chosen Adventure, describes the show as a “quirky” and “witty” adaptation that stays true to the gospel’s essence.

“I hope you come to know and love Jesus a little more after watching it,” he mentioned, suggesting that these retellings might shake viewers out of their daily routines and reconnect them to the essence of these age-old stories.

He added, “Ultimately, my goal is that by seeing Jesus through the eyes of those who encountered Him, viewers can experience change and inspiration just as they did.”

John Irwin, the creator and co-director of House of David, shared his desire for his series to inspire people to explore the Bible.

“If you love the Bible as much as I do, I really hope this story adds more significance and richness for you,” Irwin said in a conversation. He reflected on how, after working on the show, he finds himself engaging less with the Psalms than he used to.

“I genuinely wish for people to pick up a book that will transform their lives.”