'The Chosen' Cast Meets Pope, Screens Season 5

Jonathan Roumie, who plays Jesus in 'The Chosen,' visited the Vatican with fellow cast members and creator Dallas Jenkins after completing Season 6 crucifixion scenes in Matera, Italy. The cast attended a special screening of a Season 5 episode at the Vatican. Roumie described the visit as a humbling honor and presented Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, with a gift from the cast, also taking a selfie that was shared on the Pope's official social media. He expressed deep emotion at speaking with the Pope in their native language and noted the significance of an American pope. 'The Chosen' Season 5 will debut internationally in July, and future seasons and feature films are planned to depict more pivotal biblical events. The visit highlights the show's growing global cultural and religious impact.