Guinness World Record for The Chosen Series Becomes Most Translated in History

“The internationally acclaimed television series The Chosen has officially secured a Guinness World Record for becoming the most translated TV series in history, affirming its remarkable global reach and cultural impact.

Originally a crowdfunded project dramatizing the life of Jesus and his disciples, The Chosen has steadily expanded far beyond its niche beginnings. As of early 2026, the series is now available in 125 languages, a feat that surpasses many mainstream shows and firmly places it at the top of the Guinness charts for language translations.

Guinness adjudicators verified the milestone on February 23, 2026, marking the second time the series has earned a record of this kind. This latest achievement reflects the extensive work of translation teams, volunteers, and the non-profit Come and See Foundation, which oversees distribution and localization efforts aimed at making the show accessible to audiences around the world.

The series has amassed a massive international following since its debut in 2017, reaching viewers in more than 175 countries and drawing an estimated 280 million viewers through various streaming platforms and broadcast partners. Its success has been credited not only to its storytelling and production values but also to its broad appeal across cultural and linguistic divides.

Creator and director Dallas Jenkins has expressed gratitude to the global community of supporters whose contributions — both financial and participatory — have played a key role in achieving the record, and the team continues to pursue even broader translation goals.

With its growing popularity and expanding multilingual availability, The Chosen continues to redefine how faith-based content engages with global audiences and cements its place as a landmark in international television history.”

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