Casting News: The Chosen Crowns Taye Diggs, Clueless Star Returning For Sequel Series, And More

Taye Diggs' next TV role is nothing short of myrrh-aculous. The former "All American" star will play Balthasar, one of the titular royals in "The Chosen: The Three Kings," TVLine has learned.

Premiering Monday, December 14 at 8/7c on Fox (and available the next day on Hulu), the TV event "tells the story of Jesus' arrival through the eyes of those who traveled the farthest to find him," according to Fox's official description. The movie "brings their extraordinary journey to the forefront, offering a deeply human perspective on one of the Bible's most enduring stories."

"An impossible bright light over the tiny town of Bethlehem astonishes even distant lands," reads the official logline. "But for three kings, it fulfills a prophecy signaling the birth of a new ruler. Terrified of regime change or even death, they set out on a high-stakes journey to pay tribute to the newborn king. But when they arrive, their shocking discovery changes their lives, and the entire world, forever."

"The Three Kings" marks the final installment in "The Chosen" Christmas trilogy, which previously included 2017's "The Shepherd" and 2021's "The Messengers." The movie also stars Piter Marek as Melchior and Rahul Rai as Gaspar (aka Balthasar's fellow kings), as well as Sara Anne and Raj Bond star as Young Mary and Joseph.

Hit PLAY on the video above for your first look at "The Chosen: The Three Kings."

• Breckin Meyer will reprise his role as Travis Birkenstock in Paramount+'s six-episode continuation of the 1995 movie "Clueless," the actor revealed during an appearance on the "One Question" podcast. Filming is expected to begin in early 2027, with a premiere date still to be announced.
• "Frozen" stars Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, and Josh Gad will reprise their roles as Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and Olaf in the National Geographic history series "The Real Frozen," TVLine has learned. Combining animation with live-action nature cinematography, the series will follow "real-life animals whose fortitude, loyalty, resilience and relationships echo the emotional heart of the 'Frozen' franchise," with the "Frozen" characters serving as narrators "to guide viewers through each story, with a whimsical storytelling style tied to the distinct themes of courage, trust and transformation."
• Peacock's "The Burbs" has promoted RJ Cyler to series regular ahead of the comedy's second season, Variety reports. Recurring guest stars will include Daniel Ezra ("All American"), Retta ("Good Girls"), and Vincent Kartheiser ("Mad Men"). A release date for Season 2 has not been announced.