The Encounter
The Encounter is a Christian television drama broadcast on the Great American Pure Flix streaming service. Based on the 2010 film The Encounter and its 2012 sequel Paradise Lost, the series—which ran for two eight-episode seasons from 2016 to 2020—features Bruce Marchiano reprising his role as Jesus Christ (aka The Man), who comes to the aid of various individuals in real, relatable scenarios.
Cast: Bruce Marchiano
8 episodes
1. The HeistA pair of desperate brothers attempts a convenience-store heist that turns potentially lethal. With time running out, can 'The Man', as the cashier, deliver a less-deadly outcome to the situation?NRCC25minOct 21, 2016
2. U-TurnAfter an emotional funeral for her father and a bitter argument with her mother, a successful attorney must choose between family and her career.NRCC29minOct 28, 2016
3. Her Final RoleAs an aging movie star faces the end of her career, she desperately clings to her wealth and fame, only to realize how hollow they are over relationships.NRCC25minNov 4, 2016
4. Just BelieveBound by skepticism and unbelief, a burned-out ER doctor is challenged to move beyond his pessimism when presented with a miracle.NRCC27minNov 11, 2016
5. VowsOn the brink of eloping, a young couple finds their plans examined when 'The Man' asks about their intentions for marriage.NRCC26minNov 18, 2016
6. DisconnectedWhen a blackout suddenly disconnects a suburban family from technology, 'The Man' arrives to show them how to genuinely reconnect.NRCC24minNov 25, 2016
7. For Better, for WorseThe prayers of a young girl are answered when 'The Man' appears as a social worker to counsel her dysfunctional parents.NRCC31minDec 2, 2016
8. Maximum MikeA cold-hearted judge finds himself on trial for his eternal destiny when 'The Man' serves as judge and jury.NRCC30minDec 9, 2016
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The Encounter
The Encounter is a Christian television drama broadcast on the Great American Pure Flix streaming service. Based on the 2010 film The Encounter and its 2012 sequel Paradise Lost, the series—which ran for two eight-episode seasons from 2016 to 2020—features Bruce Marchiano reprising his role as Jesus Christ (aka The Man), who comes to the aid of various individuals in real, relatable scenarios.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Gabriel Sabloff
- Cast
- Bruce Marchiano
- Studio
- Pure Flix Entertainment, Almost Never Films
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English
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