[1] The limited series began airing on NBC on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015, in twelve weekly one-hour episodes.

The story takes place immediately after the events of The Bible miniseries, and then of the Son of God film, beginning with the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, and continues with the first ten chapters of the Acts of the Apostles.

[19] Although the series has a strong viewership for the Easter Sunday premiere, ratings dropped significantly over the 12-week broadcast.

Producers Burnett and Downey said that they planned future biblical productions on an OTT digital channel in 2015, but as of 2024 a follow-up has not been released.

The site's critics consensus reads, "Attempts to offer a fresh look at a traditional tale notwithstanding, A.D.: The Bible Continues doesn't do enough to set itself apart from its many predecessors.