Prime Video has officially announced the premiere date for its upcoming docuseries The Chosen in the Wild with Bear Grylls, blending survival challenges with deeply personal storytelling. The six-episode series is set to debut on August 9, 2026, with all episodes releasing at once, allowing viewers to experience the full journey in a single binge.
Hosted by renowned survival expert Bear Grylls, the series takes the cast of The Chosen out of their scripted world and into real-life extreme environments. The concept offers a fresh angle, combining physical endurance with spiritual exploration, something rarely seen in the survival genre.
Survival Challenges Meet Personal Faith Journeys
The series features key cast members including Jonathan Roumie, Paras Patel, Elizabeth Tabish, Noah James, and Luke Dimyan. They are joined by creator Dallas Jenkins, who steps into the wilderness alongside his cast.
Under Grylls’ guidance, the group navigates some of the toughest terrains, including Utah’s Castle Valley and Canyonlands, along with the Colorado River, the Great Basin Desert, and the Adirondack Forest. These locations are not just visually striking but also serve as the foundation for intense survival tasks that test both physical and mental limits.
At the same time, the show goes beyond survival. Grylls engages the cast in conversations about their fears, motivations, and beliefs, bringing out a deeply human side that audiences rarely see. This balance between action and introspection sets the series apart from typical adventure programming.
What makes The Chosen in the Wild with Bear Grylls stand out is its strong focus on faith. Grylls, known for shows like Man vs. Wild and Running Wild with Bear Grylls, has often spoken about how his faith shapes his approach to survival. This series leans into that perspective, making spirituality a central theme rather than a background element.
The connection to The Chosen feels natural, as the original series has built a global following through its character-driven retelling of biblical events. By placing its cast in real-world challenges, the docuseries adds a new layer to the franchise, allowing fans to see the people behind the characters in a completely different setting.
Expanding the World of The Chosen
The new series is part of a broader collaboration between Prime Video and 5&2 Studios. The deal includes streaming rights to the first five seasons of The Chosen, along with additional projects such as The Chosen Adventures and Joseph of Egypt. This expansion highlights the growing reach of the franchise across both scripted and unscripted formats.
Meanwhile, The Chosen Season Six is scheduled to premiere on November 15, 2026, focusing on the final hours of Jesus’ life. The continued rollout of new content signals a long-term commitment to the series, with both streaming and theatrical releases planned for future installments.
Produced by 5&2 Studios alongside The Natural Studios and Workerbee, the docuseries is backed by an experienced team, with all six episodes directed by Robert Austin Vanover.
