David opens in theaters nationwide on Friday, December 19, 2025, bringing the biblical story of David and Goliath to the big screen as a sweeping animated musical for the whole family. Positioned as a major Christmas release, it blends epic visuals, original songs, and a timeless message about courage and faith.
A Legendary Story Reimagined
The film follows David from his humble beginnings as a shepherd boy in Bethlehem through his anointing, his clash with Goliath, and his rise toward Israel’s throne. Set in a kingdom gripped by fear and corruption, David steps forward with only a sling, a few stones, and unshakable trust in God, facing not just a giant but the darkness behind him.
Animation, Music, And Voice Cast
David is a historical animated musical directed by Phil Cunningham and Brent Dawes, produced by Sunrise Animation Studios and distributed by Angel Studios. The voice cast includes Phil Wickham as adult David, Brandon Engman as young David, Lauren Daigle, Adam Gold as King Saul, Mark Jacobson as Jonathan, and Brian Stivale as Samuel, supported by an ensemble of international talent.
A Musical Epic For The Holidays
Running about 1 hour and 55 minutes with a PG rating, the movie combines large‑scale battle sequences with intimate musical moments drawn from David’s life as a poet and worshiper. Grammy‑winning songwriter Jonas Myrin contributes original songs, recorded with the Budapest Film Orchestra to give the score a rich, cinematic sound.
Faith, Courage, And Relevance
Early reactions from faith‑based outlets praise David as one of the strongest animated Bible films since Prince of Egypt, citing its emotional depth and visual ambition. Themes of trust over power, servant leadership, and standing up to giants—literal and metaphorical—are likely to resonate with families looking for hopeful storytelling this Christmas season.
