A.D. The Bible Continues (2015), TV-14, 10 hr

Critical Review
A.D. The Bible Continues picks up immediately after the crucifixion of Christ, focusing on the turmoil—and triumph—that followed. As the apostles wrestle with grief, Roman politics heat up, and the early church begins to take shape, the series blends biblical narrative with palace intrigue and espionage-style drama.

While it boasts impressive production values, diverse casting, and emotional storytelling, critics have pointed to uneven pacing, inconsistent tone, and moments of theological oversimplification. Answers in Genesis criticized the series as “absolutely dismal,” accusing it of historical and scriptural inaccuracies and agenda-driven storytelling. Meanwhile, reviews on Rotten Tomatoes varied—from praise for fresh energy to disappointment in its execution. Overall, A.D. felt less inspired than its predecessor, and NBC canceled it after a single season due to falling viewership.  

Bottom Line: A.D. The Bible Continues aspires to expand the story of the early church with cinematic scope and human drama. Yet for all its visual craft and ambitious approach, inconsistencies in pacing, theological detail, and storytelling hold it back from matching the emotional power and scriptural integrity many hoped it would achieve.

Family Friendliness

The series carries mature themes and content—violence, torture, crucifixion, political plotlines, and occasional mild profanity. According to IMDb’s parental guide, it includes moderate violence and frightening scenes such as executions and prison. There’s no explicit sex or nudity. The show is rated TV‑14 in many regions and best suited for teens and adults (13+), particularly due to the intensity and thematic complexity.  

A.D. is visually compelling and ambitious—but it lacks the cohesion and reverence of The Bible. Its political drama and emotional arcs are strong, but theological inconsistencies and pacing issues prevent it from reaching its full potential.

Main Cast
Per the cast list of A.D. and its predecessor:
Diogo Morgado as Jesus
Juan Pablo Di Pace as Jesus in flash segments
 large ensemble portraying Peter, Paul, Mary Magdalene, Pilate’s family, Herod, Caiaphas, etc.  

Roma Downey, Mark Burnett as producers

The show does not have a consistent single leading cast—rather, it’s an ensemble depicting apostles, Roman officials, and early church figures, including previously highlighted diversity and familiar guest roles.  

My Rating 6 out of 10

Other Critics’ Ratings

Dove Foundation: Not approved
IMDb: N/A (7/10)
Rotten Tomatoes: 58%
Metacritic: 55/100

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