About this season
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 (8)
1. Numbered
Aired 26 December 2019
In an age reduced to ones and zeroes, ambitious CEO Bella Sharp discovers that her days have indeed been numbered...and time is running out.
2. The Gift
Aired 22 January 2020
A frustrated stay-at-home mom wishes for the exciting life she never had, but when she gets exactly what she wished for, THE MAN helps her realize it may not be as great as it seems.
3. Crosshairs
Aired 29 January 2020
An Army sniper, gravely wounded in battle, has given up all hope until he meets a shepherd who guides him on a journey of spiritual renewal through enemy-occupied territory.
4. The Void
Aired 5 February 2020
Astronaut Sarah Hughes faces a life-threatening situation aboard the International Space Station - but she's not alone.
5. Answer #2
Aired 12 February 2020
The Man helps a high school student realize that there's more than one answer to her prayers.
6. Best Worst Day
Aired 19 February 2020
After a woman is left at the alter, she encounters THE MAN, who helps her reevaluate if this is the worst day of her life-or the best.
7. Delivery
Aired 26 February 2020
A rush to the delivery room forces young parents-to-be to choose between two ride share drivers with very different agendas.
8. Homeward Bound
Aired 4 March 2020
At the funeral service for their young daughter, a couple encounter two mysterious 'men' armed with two vastly different explanations for their tragedy.