The Chosen One – Season 1
Director: Creators’ Full Names: Developed by Everardo Gout, Leopoldo Gout, and Jorge Dorantes, adapted from the graphic novel American Jesus by Mark Millar and Peter Gross
Cast: Bobby Luhnow (Jodie) Dianna Agron (Sarah) Lilith Amelie Siordia Mejia (Magda) Juan Fernando González Anguamea, Jorge Javier Arballo, Carlos Bardem, Alfonso Dosal, Tenoch Huerta (supporting ensemble
The Chosen One – Season 1 (2023), created by Everardo Gout, Leopoldo Gout, and Jorge Dorantes, unfolds a tender yet supernatural #ComingOfAgeFantasy saga over six gripping episodes (35–48 minutes each). Set in a small town in Baja California Sur, the story follows Jodie (Bobby Luhnow), a 12-year-old whose ordinary life tilts into the extraordinary when he discovers he possesses Jesus-like powers—able to turn water into wine, heal the sick, and even raise the dead. Surrounded by navigating friends such as Sarah (Dianna Agron) and Magda (Lilith Amelie Siordia Mejia), Jodie must answer his calling while confronting the darker currents that come with power. WikipediaNetflixHindustan Times
Visually, the series shines with warm, cinematic framing—sunlit horizons, rustic Mexican exteriors, and intimate close-ups all contribute to its immersive charm. It rides a delicate tonal balance, weaving wonder and small-town realism reminiscent of Stand by Me meets Stranger Things, grounding Jodie’s extraordinary journey in emotional authenticity. Rotten TomatoesWikipedia
At its heart, the series explores themes of identity, faith, and responsibility. As Jodie’s powers mount, he wrestles with moral choice, childhood impulses, and the expectations of his community—only to find the boundaries between savior and spectacle blur. Critics praised the young cast’s chemistry and the show’s thoughtful pacing, though some note the supernatural thread takes time to emerge. Rotten Tomatoes+1
Fan reactions were similarly mixed but engaged—while many adored its inventive premise and heartfelt characters, others critiqued its pacing or found the religious undertones heavy-handed. RedditRotten Tomatoes
In sum, The Chosen One – Season 1 is an evocative fantasy drama—a heartfelt coming-of-age fable that invites viewers into a world where miracles aren’t myth, and growing up might mean carrying the weight of destiny.
The Chosen One – Season 1 (2023), created by Everardo Gout, Leopoldo Gout, and Jorge Dorantes, unfolds a tender yet supernatural #ComingOfAgeFantasy saga over six gripping episodes (35–48 minutes each). Set in a small town in Baja California Sur, the story follows Jodie (Bobby Luhnow), a 12-year-old whose ordinary life tilts into the extraordinary when he discovers he possesses Jesus-like powers—able to turn water into wine, heal the sick, and even raise the dead. Surrounded by navigating friends such as Sarah (Dianna Agron) and Magda (Lilith Amelie Siordia Mejia), Jodie must answer his calling while confronting the darker currents that come with power. WikipediaNetflixHindustan Times
Visually, the series shines with warm, cinematic framing—sunlit horizons, rustic Mexican exteriors, and intimate close-ups all contribute to its immersive charm. It rides a delicate tonal balance, weaving wonder and small-town realism reminiscent of Stand by Me meets Stranger Things, grounding Jodie’s extraordinary journey in emotional authenticity. Rotten TomatoesWikipedia
At its heart, the series explores themes of identity, faith, and responsibility. As Jodie’s powers mount, he wrestles with moral choice, childhood impulses, and the expectations of his community—only to find the boundaries between savior and spectacle blur. Critics praised the young cast’s chemistry and the show’s thoughtful pacing, though some note the supernatural thread takes time to emerge. Rotten Tomatoes+1
Fan reactions were similarly mixed but engaged—while many adored its inventive premise and heartfelt characters, others critiqued its pacing or found the religious undertones heavy-handed. RedditRotten Tomatoes
In sum, The Chosen One – Season 1 is an evocative fantasy drama—a heartfelt coming-of-age fable that invites viewers into a world where miracles aren’t myth, and growing up might mean carrying the weight of destiny.