Actor Luke Dimyan reveals how his 3 seasons as Judas Iscariot reshaped his understanding of the infamous disciple.
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Luke Dimyan wants to know who Judas Iscariot is.
Luke Dimyan, 38, no longer considers Judas to be a bad guy after playing one of history’s most controversial figures for three seasons.
Dimyan tells PEOPLE, “He’s a man of fierce faith.”
Judas isn’t just the traitor; he’s also a hero who sees his country fall apart under Roman rule and longs for a savior to save them.
Why is Judas’ story still important today?
Dimyan paints a realistic portrait of a man who has lost hope due to unfulfilled expectations.
“When the salvation he wants doesn’t come, Judas does something about it himself.
“It’s a person.” It’s a person.” The actor’s performance takes away hundreds of years of dogma to show a person whose goals are difficult to pin down and are a mix of sad optimism and zeal.
How does an actor get ready for a part like this?
“It starts with reverence,” Dimyan explains. He read the Bible, history books, and plays from The Chosen, and then he let go.
You can’t hold on to ideas you already have.”
The people who write for us give these personalities a lot of meaning. It’s my job to ground myself in their truth.
Andrew Costar Noah James agrees: “We lean into their humanity—the sweat, the dirt, and the flaws—not the stained-glass versions.”
What will happen next with The Chosen?
Movie theaters now have Season 5 episodes of “The Last Supper.” Later this year, Prime Video will start watching them.
For Dimyan, Judas’ story is still a powerful example of moral uncertainty and a reflection of problems people face today.
Key Takeaways
- New thoughts on Judas’s reasons: real, not made-up, fanatic.
- The steps Dimyan takes are research, release, and raw portrayal.
- The Chosen gives Bible characters a human side by showing them to be tough and vulnerable.