Family Animation Musical

Studio	Angel Studios
Release date	Dec 19, 2025
Country	US
Language	English
Runtime	115 min
Rated	PG
Technical details	2.39:1

Beyond the giant's shadow, the shepherd boy embarks on a journey to show his people that true power lies not in kingship, but in faith and freedom.

Beyond the giant's shadow, the shepherd boy embarks on a journey to show his people that true power lies not in kingship, but in faith and freedom. (less)

Director: Brent Dawes
Writer: Brent Dawes
Starring: Brandon Engman, Phil Wickham, Asim Chaudhry, Ashley Boettcher

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Review

Review by Brian Orndorf, December 17, 2025

Angel Studios enjoyed success with last spring’s “The King of Kings,” which provided an animated study of the life of Jesus, as interpreted by author Charles Dickens. It’s perhaps the only Biblical tale that involved the antics of a cartoon cat, but the picture attracted an Easter audience, and Angel is trying to make some monetary magic happen again with “David,” which explores a story of heavenly purpose and leadership. It’s not a continuation of “The King of Kings” (no crazy felines this time), with writer/directors Brent Dawes and Phil Cunningham submitting a musical that’s occasionally in ...read more...