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.
Seasons
1. The Heist
Air Date: 2016-10-21
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?
2. U-Turn
Air Date: 2016-10-28
After an emotional funeral for her father and a bitter argument with her mother, a successful attorney must choose between family and her career.
3. Her Final Role
Air Date: 2016-11-04
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.
4. Just Believe
Air Date: 2016-11-11
Bound by skepticism and unbelief, a burned-out ER doctor is challenged to move beyond his pessimism when presented with a miracle.
5. Vows
Air Date: 2016-11-18
On the brink of eloping, a young couple finds their plans examined when 'The Man' asks about their intentions for marriage.
6. Disconnected
Air Date: 2016-11-25
When a blackout suddenly disconnects a suburban family from technology, 'The Man' arrives to show them how to genuinely reconnect.
7. For Better, for Worse
Air Date: 2016-12-02
The prayers of a young girl are answered when 'The Man' appears as a social worker to counsel her dysfunctional parents.
8. Maximum Mike
Air Date: 2016-12-09
A cold-hearted judge finds himself on trial for his eternal destiny when 'The Man' serves as judge and jury.
1. Numbered
Air Date: 2019-12-26
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.
2. The Gift
Air Date: 2020-01-22
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.
3. Crosshairs
Air Date: 2020-01-29
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.
4. The Void
Air Date: 2020-02-05
Astronaut Sarah Hughes faces a life-threatening situation aboard the International Space Station - but she's not alone.
5. Answer #2
Air Date: 2020-02-12
The Man helps a high school student realize that there's more than one answer to her prayers.
6. Best Worst Day
Air Date: 2020-02-19
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.
7. Delivery
Air Date: 2020-02-26
A rush to the delivery room forces young parents-to-be to choose between two ride share drivers with very different agendas.
8. Homeward Bound
Air Date: 2020-03-04
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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Rating
9.5/10
Release Date
2016-10-21
Episodes
16 (2 seasons)
Status
Ended
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
Pure Flix Entertainment
Almost Never Films