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Drama

The Encounter

9.7(3)
First Aired:October 21, 2016
Seasons:2 seasons
Episodes:16
Status:Ended

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

Bruce Marchiano

Jesus

Seasons

The Heist

E1The Heist

25m

Oct 21, 2016

A 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?

U-Turn

E2U-Turn

29m

Oct 28, 2016

After an emotional funeral for her father and a bitter argument with her mother, a successful attorney must choose between family and her career.

Her Final Role

E3Her Final Role

25m8.0

Nov 4, 2016

As 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.

Just Believe

E4Just Believe

27m

Nov 11, 2016

Bound by skepticism and unbelief, a burned-out ER doctor is challenged to move beyond his pessimism when presented with a miracle.

Vows

E5Vows

26m

Nov 18, 2016

On the brink of eloping, a young couple finds their plans examined when 'The Man' asks about their intentions for marriage.

Disconnected

E6Disconnected

24m

Nov 25, 2016

When a blackout suddenly disconnects a suburban family from technology, 'The Man' arrives to show them how to genuinely reconnect.

For Better, for Worse

E7For Better, for Worse

31m

Dec 2, 2016

The prayers of a young girl are answered when 'The Man' appears as a social worker to counsel her dysfunctional parents.

Maximum Mike

E8Maximum Mike

30m

Dec 9, 2016

A cold-hearted judge finds himself on trial for his eternal destiny when 'The Man' serves as judge and jury.

E1Numbered

Dec 26, 2019

In an age reduced to ones and zeroes, ambitious CEO Bella Sharp discovers that her days have indeed been numbered...and time is running out.

E2The Gift

Jan 22, 2020

A frustrated stay-at-home mom wishes for the exciting life she never had, but when she gets exactly what she wished for, THE MAN helps her realize it may not be as great as it seems.

E3Crosshairs

Jan 29, 2020

An Army sniper, gravely wounded in battle, has given up all hope until he meets a shepherd who guides him on a journey of spiritual renewal through enemy-occupied territory.

E4The Void

Feb 5, 2020

Astronaut Sarah Hughes faces a life-threatening situation aboard the International Space Station - but she's not alone.

E5Answer #2

Feb 12, 2020

The Man helps a high school student realize that there's more than one answer to her prayers.

E6Best Worst Day

Feb 19, 2020

After a woman is left at the alter, she encounters THE MAN, who helps her reevaluate if this is the worst day of her life-or the best.

E7Delivery

Feb 26, 2020

A rush to the delivery room forces young parents-to-be to choose between two ride share drivers with very different agendas.

E8Homeward Bound

Mar 4, 2020

At the funeral service for their young daughter, a couple encounter two mysterious 'men' armed with two vastly different explanations for their tragedy.

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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.

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