Synopsis
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.
Episodes
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The HeistA 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?25m2
U-TurnAfter an emotional funeral for her father and a bitter argument with her mother, a successful attorney must choose between family and her career.29m3
Her Final RoleAs 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.25m4
Just BelieveBound by skepticism and unbelief, a burned-out ER doctor is challenged to move beyond his pessimism when presented with a miracle.27m5
VowsOn the brink of eloping, a young couple finds their plans examined when 'The Man' asks about their intentions for marriage.26m6
DisconnectedWhen a blackout suddenly disconnects a suburban family from technology, 'The Man' arrives to show them how to genuinely reconnect.24m7
For Better, for WorseThe prayers of a young girl are answered when 'The Man' appears as a social worker to counsel her dysfunctional parents.31m8
Maximum MikeA cold-hearted judge finds himself on trial for his eternal destiny when 'The Man' serves as judge and jury.30m
The HeistA 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?25m2U-TurnAfter an emotional funeral for her father and a bitter argument with her mother, a successful attorney must choose between family and her career.29m3Her Final RoleAs 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.25m4Just BelieveBound by skepticism and unbelief, a burned-out ER doctor is challenged to move beyond his pessimism when presented with a miracle.27m5VowsOn the brink of eloping, a young couple finds their plans examined when 'The Man' asks about their intentions for marriage.26m6DisconnectedWhen a blackout suddenly disconnects a suburban family from technology, 'The Man' arrives to show them how to genuinely reconnect.24m7For Better, for WorseThe prayers of a young girl are answered when 'The Man' appears as a social worker to counsel her dysfunctional parents.31m8Maximum MikeA cold-hearted judge finds himself on trial for his eternal destiny when 'The Man' serves as judge and jury.30mCast
