Actors Who Play Peter, Andrew and John Reflect on ‘The Chosen’s’ Cross-Cultural Appeal

Crosswalk Headlines Contributor

Updated Apr 17, 2025

The actors who portray Peter, Andrew, and John in The Chosen say the series resonates across ethnic and political divides by offering a universal message of hope while authentically portraying the humanity of its characters. Shahar Isaac, Noah James and George Xanthis are three of the most recognized faces in the Bible-based, Jesus-centric series, which continues its theatrical run Easter weekend with a Season 5 "binge fest" in select theaters where fans can watch all three parts of what has been branded The Chosen: Last Supper.

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