Episode 1
The Tomb is Open
45m8.7 / 10
High Priest Caiaphas and Governor Pilate crucify Jesus to restore order in Jerusalem. For Peter and the disciples it is their darkest hour.
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A.D. The Bible Continues
20151 season7.5 / 10
The crucifixion was only the beginning.
"A.D. The Bible Continues" picks up where the smash hit miniseries "The Bible" left off, continuing the greatest story ever told and exploring the exciting and inspiring events that followed the Crucifixion of Christ. The immediate aftermath of Christ's death had a massive impact on his disciples, his mother, Mary, and key political and religious leaders of the era, completely altering the entire world in an instant. Beginning at that fateful moment of the Crucifixion and the Resurrection, "A.D. The Bible Continues" will focus on the disciples who had to go forward and spread the teachings of Christ to a world dominated by political unrest, and the start of a whole new religion that would dramatically reshape the history of the world.
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Checked Sep 3, 2026
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"A.D. The Bible Continues" picks up where the smash hit miniseries "The Bible" left off, continuing the greatest story ever told and exploring the exciting and inspiring events that followed the Crucifixion of Christ. The immediate aftermath of Christ's death had a massive impact on his disciples, his mother, Mary, and key political and religious leaders of the era, completely altering the entire world in an instant. Beginning at that fateful moment of the Crucifixion and the Resurrection, "A.D. The Bible Continues" will focus on the disciples who had to go forward and spread the teachings of Christ to a world dominated by political unrest, and the start of a whole new religion that would dramatically reshape the history of the world.
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Episode 2
The Body is Gone
45m1.0 / 10
Jesus' tomb is empty. Pilate and Caiaphas believe the disciples stole the body and search in vain to find it. The disciples flee to Galilee where Jesus gives them their mission.
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Episode 3
The Spirit Arrives
45m
Zealot revolutionaries try to assassinate Pilate during the festival of Pentecost. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, the disciples start to preach the Gospel. Caiaphas arrests Peter and John.
Episode credits
Guest stars Claire Cooper
Episode 4
The Wrath
45m7.0 / 10
Pilate avenges the murder of a Roman soldier with mass crucifixions. Caiaphas fails to convict Peter and John. The church grows, attracting some with impure intentions who are punished by the Holy Spirit.
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Episode 5
The First Martyr
45m
Pilate closes in on the Zealot assassin and the disciples stand trial again. Stephen speaks out against the temple and pays the ultimate price.
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Episode 6
The Persecution
45m
Having failed to silence the disciples, Caiaphas is challenged for the position of High Priest. He authorizes Saul to begin a bitter campaign of persecution against Jesus' followers.
Episode credits
Guest stars Claire Cooper
Episode 7
The Visit
45m
Saul's persecution intensifies as he targets Peter. Many flee the city, spreading the Word as they go. With Jerusalem in chaos the Roman Emperor arrives to decide Pilate's fate.
Episode credits
Directed by Brian KellyGuest stars Claire Cooper
Episode 8
The Road to Damascus
45m7.0 / 10
Saul hunts for Peter and has a life-altering vision on the road to Damascus. Also: Claudia's nightmares become a reality; Pilate's destiny turns for the worse
Episode credits
Directed by Brian KellyGuest stars Claire Cooper
Episode 9
Saul's Return
45m8.0 / 10
Emperor Caligula demands that his statue be placed in the Temple. Pilate and Caiaphas know such desecration will cause rebellion. Saul returns a changed man
Episode credits
Directed by Rob EvansGuest stars Claire Cooper
Episode 10
Brothers in Arms
45m7.0 / 10
Saul preaches in Jerusalem and Caiaphas is enraged. James the Just comes to help Peter tackle Caiaphas. The Zealots and Ethiopians plot against Rome.
Episode credits
Directed by Rob EvansGuest stars Claire Cooper
Episode 11
Rise Up
45m7.0 / 10
James confronts Caiaphas and wins concessions for the disciples. The Zealot army grows but their Ethiopian backer turns to Jesus. When Peter resurrects Tabitha many more are drawn to His message.
Episode credits
Directed by Paul Wilmshurst
Episode 12
The Abomination
45m7.0 / 10finale
Emperor Caligula's statue arrives and draws everyone to the battleground of the Temple. The disciples stand firm on Jesus message and Cornelius becomes the first Roman convert.
Episode credits
Directed by Paul Wilmshurst
Episode information updated Sep 14, 2026
More about A.D. The Bible Continues
Cast
Fraser AyresSimon the Zealot
Andrew GowerCaligua
Farzana Dua ElaheJoanna
Pedro Lloyd GardinerMatthew
Jóhannes Haukur JóhannessonThomas
Harry TaurasiJudas
Richard CoyleCaiaphas
Greta ScacchiMother MaryCredits
- Created by
- Roma Downey
- Written by
- Simon Block
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Miniseries
- Episodes
- 12
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
NBCUnited States- LightWorkers MediaUnited States
- United Artists Media GroupUnited States
Themes
biblebiblicalchristianchristian faithcrucifixionhistoryjesus christminiseries
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