In a scathing satirical take, The Babylon Bee has mocked the hit biblical series The Chosen for what it calls a desperate creative move: planning to ƙιʅʅ off the show’s central character in a dramatic public execution, only to bring him back to life just one episode later. The tongue-in-cheek article suggests that the writers have run out of ideas and are resorting to extreme plot twists to keep viewers hooked, poking fun at the well-known Gospel narrative of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection.
The piece imagines fans reacting with disbelief and emotional whiplash. “Talk about pulling a major stunt with the writing,” one fictional viewer complains. “They’re spending the entire season building up to the big finale where the main character is publicly executed. Then — on the very next episode — He’s back! It’s like it never happened!” Another character jokes that the resurrection feels “a little far-fetched,” especially when the returned figure is seen casually eating fish shortly after his ԃҽαƚԋ.
The article cleverly highlights the challenge faced by any show attempting to dramatise the life of Jesus. While The Chosen has been praised for its thoughtful, humanising portrayal of biblical figures and its massive popularity among faith-based audiences, the satire plays on the idea that the core Christian story — ԃҽαƚԋ followed by resurrection — could be viewed as an overused television trope if judged purely by modern storytelling standards.
At publishing time, the article jokingly mentions rumours of a future episode where the main character ascends into the sky with promises of yet another return, further exaggerating the biblical timeline for comedic effect.
This satirical jab comes amid ongoing discussions about The Chosen’s creative decisions, particularly how it handles key Gospel events. The series has built a devoted global following by focusing on the personal stories of Jesus’ followers, but some critics have occasionally questioned whether certain dramatic liberties or pacing choices risk diluting the source material. The Babylon Bee’s article uses humour to highlight the inherent difficulty of adapting one of history’s most well-known and sacred narratives without inviting scrutiny.
Despite the mockery, the piece indirectly acknowledges the emotional power of the resurrection story. What might seem like a convenient plot device in fictional television carries profound theological weight for believers. The Chosen has carefully built toward these pivotal moments across multiple seasons, earning praise for making ancient events feel intimate and relatable.
The article reflects a broader trend in Christian media commentary, where outlets like The Babylon Bee use satire to engage with cultural and religious topics. By pretending to criticise The Chosen for following the biblical account too closely, the piece actually underscores how radical and unexpected the resurrection narrative truly is — even by Hollywood standards.
For fans of the show, the satire may land as light-hearted fun rather than genuine criticism. The Chosen has succeeded precisely because it stays rooted in Scripture while adding emotional depth and historical context. The idea of “ƙιʅʅing off” Jesus only to resurrect him is not a creative shortcut but the cornerstone of the Christian faith the series seeks to portray.
As The Chosen moves toward its most significant story arcs, this kind of satirical attention demonstrates the show’s cultural impact. Whether viewers see the resurrection as powerful theology or improbable television plotting, few can deny that the story continues to captivate audiences more than two thousand years after the events it depicts.
The Babylon Bee’s article ultimately serves as a humorous reminder of how extraordinary the central message of The Chosen really is: a man dies, rises again, and changes the world forever. In the world of prestige television, that might sound like “jumping the shark.” In the world of faith, it remains the greatest story ever told.
