The follow-up to the 2013 miniseries The Bible is an improvement, a TV series with a much more focused concept ā portraying the confusing period right after the crucifixion of Christ when the apostles, led by Peter, fought for their lives organizing the fledgling cult. The series also followed the intrigues between the Romans (led by Pontius Pilate) and the Jewish leaders (where the high priest Caiaphas is the dominant voice). The series was canceled after its first season, ending with an unresolved cliffhanger. Never must-see television, A.D. had unimpressive production values and too many uncharismatic actors (including Juan Pablo Di Pace as Jesus who made occasional appearances), but it did have potential as a biblical soap opera.
2015-U.S. Made for TV. 12 episodes. Color. Developed byĀ Roma Downey, Mark Burnett. Cast: Adam Levy (Peter), Richard Coyle (Caiaphas), Vincent Regan (Pontius Pilate), Juan Pablo Di Pace (Jesus), Emmett J. Scanlan, Jodhi May, Joanne Whalley, James Callis, Babou Ceesay, Will Thorp, Ken Bones, Fraser Ayers.
Trivia: Alternative title: A.D. Kingdom and Empire.
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