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God Friended Me 2018

★ 7.7/10 · 207 votes TV-PG DramaFamilyMysteryComedy 2 seasons · 42 eps Canceled
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What is God Friended Me?

God Friended Me is a television series that aired from 2018 featuring a self-proclaimed atheist who receives an unexpected friend request on Facebook. The show centers on this individual who is initially skeptical but gradually becomes involved in helping various strangers who cross his path.

Type
TV series
Year
2018
Status
Canceled
Episodes
42
Runtime
42 minutes
First aired
Sep 30, 2018
Last aired
Apr 26, 2020
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
CBS
Genres
Drama, Family, Mystery, Comedy
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God Friended Me is a television series that aired from 2018 featuring a self-proclaimed atheist who receives an unexpected friend request on Facebook. The show centers on this individual who is initially skeptical but gradually becomes involved in helping various strangers who cross his path. Through the social media connection, he begins to assist people in need, leading to encounters that challenge his worldview. The series explores themes of faith, human connection, and personal transformation as the main character navigates his new role. Each episode typically involves him helping different individuals facing various life challenges. The show's premise revolves around the unusual method by which he receives guidance and the people he meets through this digital connection. The series examines how one person's journey of helping others can lead to unexpected changes in his own life and beliefs. The format combines elements of drama and spirituality as it follows the protagonist's evolving perspective.

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Should you watch it?

“An atheist receives a mysterious Facebook friend request from an account claiming to be God.”

Reasons to watch
  • thought-provoking premise
  • focus on human connection
Keep in mind
  • unconventional narrative structure

Watch it if you enjoy character-driven dramas that explore the intersection of faith and technology.

The series maintains an optimistic and family-friendly tone throughout its episodes.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

An atheist is contacted on Facebook by an account identifying itself as God.

Does the main character believe in God?

The protagonist is a self-proclaimed atheist at the start of the series.

How does the protagonist receive messages?

He receives friend requests and notifications through the social media platform Facebook.

What is the goal of the God account?

The account encourages the protagonist to help various strangers in his daily life.

Is the show based on a true story?

The provided information does not state that the series is based on actual events.