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Risen
Kevin Reynolds · Film · 2016
You were hooked by the way Risen grounds grand, supernatural mysteries in the procedural tension of a cold, calculated investigation.
Books on the same thread
The Keep
F. Paul Wilson · Book · 2000
Like the military inquiry in Risen, this story follows soldiers tasked with investigating a terrifying, unexplained phenomenon, forcing them to confront forces far beyond their rigid, tactical understanding.
The Action Bible: God's Redemptive Story
Sergio Cariello · Book · 2020
If the narrative of the resurrection in Risen resonated with you, this visual adaptation offers a similar focus on the foundational events of the life and death of Jesus.
Critical
Robin Cook · Book · 2007
This thriller mirrors the investigative intensity of Risen by tasking professionals with uncovering the truth behind a mysterious, life-altering phenomenon that threatens the stability of their society.
Quo Vadis
Henryk Sienkiewicz · Book · 1999
This epic captures the same collision of Roman authority and early Christian fervor found in Risen, exploring the tension between an empire in decline and a burgeoning new faith.
Series on the same thread
Evil
Michelle King · Series · 2019
This series perfectly echoes the skepticism-meets-supernatural dynamic of Risen, as investigators attempt to apply logic and forensic science to events that challenge the boundaries of faith and reality.
Kingdom
Kim Eun-hee · Series · 2019
Much like the political pressure in Risen, this story uses a mysterious, supernatural plague as the catalyst for high-stakes political intrigue and a desperate search for the truth.
The Chosen
Dallas Jenkins · Series · 2019
If you appreciated the human perspective on the Christ narrative in Risen, this series provides a deeper, character-driven look at the individuals who encountered Jesus during his ministry.
The Night Agent
Shawn Ryan · Series · 2023
This story mirrors the procedural urgency of Risen, following individuals caught in a high-stakes conspiracy who must work together to solve a dangerous puzzle before society unravels.
Podcasts on the same thread
CounterClock
Audiochuck · Podcast · 2025
This investigative podcast captures the methodical, cold-case spirit of Risen, focusing on a journalist who must dig through the layers of the past to uncover hidden truths.
S-Town
Serial Productions · Podcast · 2024
Similar to the way Risen peels back layers of mystery, this podcast follows a persistent investigator who digs into the dark, hidden history of a community to find answers.
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Common questions
Is Risen based on a historical mystery?
Risen follows the fictional Roman military tribune Clavius as he investigates the disappearance of Jesus following the crucifixion. While set against a historical backdrop in Jerusalem, the film focuses on the investigative journey of Clavius and his aide Lucius to disprove rumors of a risen Messiah.
What is the primary mission of Clavius in Risen?
In Risen, the Roman military tribune Clavius is tasked by his superiors with solving the mystery of what happened to the body of Jesus. His objective is to disprove the rumors of a risen Messiah to prevent a potential uprising in Jerusalem following the crucifixion.
Who does Clavius work with in Risen?
Throughout the events of Risen, Clavius is accompanied by his aide, Lucius. Together, the two men work to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of Jesus after the crucifixion to satisfy the Roman authorities and maintain order in Jerusalem.
Does Risen focus on the events immediately following the crucifixion?
Yes, Risen centers on the weeks immediately following the crucifixion of Jesus. The plot tracks the efforts of the Roman military to solve the mystery of the missing body and address the growing rumors of a risen Messiah within Jerusalem.