Amazon MGM Studios is building on its partnership with “The Chosen” creator Dallas Jenkins with a series centered on the Biblical figure Joseph and his time in Egypt.

Jenkins is attached to executive produce the series, titled “Joseph of Egypt,” under his 5&2 Studios banner. Craig Wright will serve as writer and executive producer on the project, which is currently in development.

The official logline for the show states, “Betrayed by jealous brothers, Joseph defies all expectations and rises to incredible power in Egypt, second only to Pharaoh. But when his past catches up with him, he is confronted with the ultimate test.”

In the Book of Genesis, Joseph is the son of Jacob and Rachel who is sold into slavery in Egypt by his brothers. But his ability to successfully interpret the Pharaoh’s dreams, which saves Egypt from a terrible famine, earns him favor and position. His story has been told onscreen numerous times, while the story also serves as the basis for the iconic musical “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.”

The show falls under Jenkins’ and 5&2’s multi-faceted deal with Amazon MGM Studios, which was announced in February along with Amazon’s acquisition of exclusive U.S. streaming rights to and a theatrical release of new installments of “The Chosen.” In an interview with Variety in September 2024, Jenkins first revealed plans for a Joseph series as well as a multi-season series on the story of Moses.

This also marks the latest Biblical series Amazon has been involved with of late. Along with “The Chosen” and now “Joseph of Egypt,” Amazon Prime Video currently airs the drama series “House of David.” That show tells the story of King David and premiered in February, earning a second season renewal not long after. “House of David” is produced by The Wonder Project, to which Jenkins serves as a special adviser.

Wright is no stranger to religious dramas, as he previously created the successful OWN series “Greenleaf,” which was set at a Memphis megachurch. Wright also co-created the show “Tyrant” at FX and created the ABC drama “Dirty Sexy Money.” His other writing credits include shows like “Lost” and “Six Feet Under” and the film “Mr. Peabody & Sherman.”

5&2 Studios is repped by CAA. Wright is repped by WME and Johnson Shapiro Slewett & Kole.