‘House of David' renewed as faith-based series enjoy success
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(NewsNation) — 'House of David,' Amazon's new dramatic series about the biblical figure who became the most celebrated king of Israel, is being renewed for a second season. It comes after the series garnered 22 million views in its first 17 days, according to media reports.
It's part of a new wave of popularity that faith-based series are enjoying as Hollywood and streaming platforms adapt to the growing market.
Google under fire for allegation it's censoring faith-based content
'The Chosen,' a crowd-funded series that turned into a global hit, began the faith-based entertainment phenomenon with its release in 2017.
Six years and millions of fans later, CW picked up the three seasons of the series, becoming the series' broadcast home. The network premiered the fourth season in 2024.
Jonathan Roumie, the star of the show who plays Jesus, told NewsNation that the fifth season will be intense. It will focus on the days leading up to Christ's crucifixion.
The actor also talked about finding confidence when telling the greatest story ever told.
'Some days, it doesn't feel achievable, but you just keep going, because, you know, it's what you're here to do,' Roumie said. 'And what I'm being asked to do.'
A NewsNation special entitled 'The Chosen Phenomenon' gives rare, behind-the-scenes access to the show's stars, showrunners and sprawling set in Dallas, Texas. NewsNation talks with the cast and crew about the making of the show and the impact it has had on audiences across the country.
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