EXCLUSIVE: The Chosen creator Dallas Jenkins has said he is thankful that SAG-AFTRA has granted one of its first interim agreements to season four of his hit faith drama, allowing it to continue filming despite the strike.
Jenkins told us today: “As an independent show with two weeks remaining to film our current season, we appreciate SAG’s recognition that not all productions are the same.
We’ve agreed to all the terms of their current interim agreement.” Utah-shot series The Chosen barely missed a beat, only having to shoot a day or two without cast before filming resumed today.
The series includes multiple SAG actors, including star Jonathan Roumie who plays Jesus. Producers were keen to point out the current season’s indie credentials, emphasising that it is “entirely funded by fans” and that it “currently has no licensing deals”.
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