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The Encounter

2010·Movie·85 min·6.4(67)

When five strangers with nothing in common come together at a remote roadside eatery, they place their orders with the diner's omniscient owner, who seems to know everything about them ... and is eerily reminiscent of Jesus Christ.

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United StatesFawesome, Tubi TV
CanadaTubi TV
AustraliaTubi TV
BrazilLooke, Looke Amazon Channel

About The Encounter

The Encounter is a 2010 English-language drama and family film directed by David A.R. White. The cast is led by Bruce Marchiano, Jaci Velasquez, Steve Borden. It has a runtime of 1h 25m. Viewers rate it 6.4/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Fawesome, Tubi TV.

The Encounter was produced by Pure Flix Entertainment, God & Country Productions, and Mission Pictures International and made in United States of America. It was released on May 3, 2010.

Director
David A.R. White
Writers
Jason Cusick, Sean Paul Murphy, Timothy Ratajczak
Release date
May 3, 2010
Original language
English
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Pure Flix Entertainment, God & Country Productions, Mission Pictures International
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The Encounter cast & crew

The Encounter was directed by David A.R. White and written by Jason Cusick, Sean Paul Murphy, and Timothy Ratajczak.

The cast features Bruce Marchiano as Jesus, Jaci Velasquez as Melissa, Steve Borden as Nick, Madison Gibney as Kayla, Danah Davis Williams as Catherine, and Jamie Nieto as Hank.

Behind the camera, it was produced by Elizabeth Hatcher-Travis and Carl G.M. Nelson.

Is The Encounter worth watching?

The Encounter holds an audience score of 6.4/10 from 67 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 25m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama and family, The Encounter is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Encounter

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Cast of The Encounter

Bruce Marchiano

Bruce Marchiano

Jesus

Jaci Velasquez

Jaci Velasquez

Melissa

Steve Borden

Steve Borden

Nick

Madison Gibney

Madison Gibney

Kayla

Danah Davis Williams

Danah Davis Williams

Catherine

Jamie Nieto

Jamie Nieto

Hank

Kass Connors

Kass Connors

Officer Deville/Devil

Jessica Belkin

Jessica Belkin

Aubrey

David A.R. White

David A.R. White

Rick

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Elizabeth Ince

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The Encounter — FAQs

Where can I watch The Encounter in United States?

The Encounter is streaming on Fawesome, Tubi TV in United States.

Is The Encounter on Fawesome?

Yes — The Encounter is currently available on Fawesome in United States.

What language is The Encounter in?

The Encounter is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The Encounter?

The Encounter runs 1 hours 25 minutes (85 minutes).

What is The Encounter rated?

It holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 67 ratings.

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