Set roughly 20 years after the resurrection, an older Mary (played by Vanessa Benavente) is visited by Mary Magdalene. During this secret visit at the home of Lazarus, Mother Mary recounts her story so it can be recorded by Luke for his Gospel. Musical Performances & Monologues The Messengers (2021) - Full cast & crew - IMDb
A "gritty" and realistic depiction of the journey to Bethlehem. It features a younger Mary (played by Sara Anne) and Joseph as they navigate the difficulties of finding a place to stay and eventually give birth in a stable.
The special is structured into two main storytelling strands:
"Christmas with The Chosen: The Messengers" is a feature-length special that retells the birth of Jesus Christ through the perspectives of Mary and Joseph. Originally released in theaters on , it became a global phenomenon, setting box office records for its distributor, Fathom Events. Key Content & Storylines