Christmas With The Chosen: The Messengers-- a special in-cinema event from the creators of the global phenomenon The Chosen-- broke sales records for Fathom Events, which released it in 1,700 movie theaters nationwide. 

With sales topping $8 million for 640,000 tickets, Christmas With The Chosen: The Messengers is now Fathom's best-selling and most highly attended event in its history.

"We knew we had something special with this title," said Ray Nutt, CEO of Fathom Events. "We are grateful for the passionate fans of The Chosen and our exhibitor partners who accommodated demand by adding showtimes and locations. We are all partners on this journey to claim the #1 spot as Fathom's best-selling event, ever!"

The event also set a Fathom record for fastest out-of-the-gate sales with $1.5 million in its first 12 hours of availability.

"We don't do this for the numbers, but these records indicate people will indeed go to the theater for a project they're passionate about," said Chosen creator, writer, and director Dallas Jenkins. "The enthusiastic comments from new and old fans give us the confidence to do this again.

Christmas With The Chosen: The Messengers features a new episode of the streaming series, shot specifically for the big screen. It follows the events surrounding the birth of Jesus from the perspective of Mary and Joseph. The special also features performances from extraordinary artists and groups, including Phil Wickham, Maverick City Music, for KING & COUNTRY, Brandon Lake, and many more.

You can get your tickets for Christmas With The Chosen: The Messengers by clicking here.