DAVID: Early Access
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Synopsis
From his mother's songs to his clash with Goliath, David's journey from humble shepherd to anointed king tests the limits of faith, courage, and love-culminating in a battle for the soul of a kingdom.
Cast
- Asim Chaudhry
- Brandon Engman
- Mick Wingert
- Ashley Boettcher
- Phil Wickham
- Mark Whitten
- Katie Bernstein
- Brent Mukai
- Lauren Daigle
- Will de Renzy-Martin
Moviegoers are saying
This animated biblical musical about David's story divides audiences between those praising its stunning Cape Town-produced animation and meaningful Psalm-inspired soundtrack, and critics who find it overly sanitized and too long for its target demographic. While families and faith-based audiences are moved to tears by Phil Wickham's vocal performance and the film's spiritual depth, others yearn for the narrative complexity of 'The Prince of Egypt' and joke about the story's more controversial biblical elements being glossed over.
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- Dec 9, 2025
Man this David seems like a really good and upright guy. I really hope he doesn’t get his friend killed just so he can steal his wife.
DallinWeechDec 18, 2025Everyone saying this is zionist propaganda does not know their history. Biblical Israel is NOT current day Israel. Telling this bible story doesn’t mean pushing the idea of an innocent Israel. This is NOT me being pro genocide though. Free Palestine!
EmmyJun 7, 2026huge win for the strict Christain parents community
wyattswan - Dec 14, 2025
This was a very ambitious remake of Dave and the Giant Pickle.
Tommy WilliamsJan 1, 2026Really solid faith-based film. I thought the music, vocal casting and animation were top notch. The film desperately needed 10 minutes cut out, and the themes and plot points felt a little mature for younger audiences, but it was worth a watch and felt like a worthy…
PaulWHauserDec 9, 2025I’m pretty sure David and Jonathan were gay, but I can’t prove it
Root Beer Lord The One & Only - Dec 21, 2025
Where’s the part where David had to collect 100 foreskin and he double downed and collected 200? “The heart of a lion, but the spirit of a lamb.”
Whiplashes Family GuyDec 27, 2025All the characters looked like they were from clash of clans
soren_mFeb 15, 2026Seeing an animation studio straight from Cape Town (where I'm from) beautifully animate the biblical story about David is so awesome. Super proud of my city!
JoshuaCaine
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- Nick Dubberly is "meh" onDavid
Definitely not your typical animated kids movie. That’s not to say that it isn’t good, the animation looks amazing! The story was decent. I did find myself a little bit bored, I do wish there was a little bit more action. The songs were ok, but not really catchy or memorable.
Jayce Cornell likedDavidIt definitely has some pacing issues but overall it’s a good movie. Some parts are unbelievably beautiful, others look a little wonky. Some songs are very good, and others are just time wasters. Really that’s the whole movie some good some bad. Glad I watched it.
Griffin McVay likedDavidAs pure and wholesome a depiction of David’s youth as you can get. The music by Phil Wickham makes the movie. I wish the movie leaned in to the friendship between Jonathan and David more, and I wish the director mentioned David’s miscues in later life in the post credit message
- Amya B likedDavid
Lovely!!! I really hated the animation style at first-almost seems AI generated and lifeless at times, BUT it grows on you and the voice acting and dialogue are great and the songs are catchy and whimsical. Grand, emotional and wholesome film and I really liked it. Songs ok 6/10
aeri lovedDavidWhat a beautiful movie. From the song to the animation itself, it’s such a beauty to see. I never knew the story when it came to the Bible, and yet this movie gave it to me straight and at the same time, gave hope and this sense of the beauty of religion and hope. 10/10
Jacob Denning is "meh" onDavidSure, it’s aimed at kids, but it was extremely flamboyant at times…almost like being stuck inside an Imagine Dragons music video. Cut most of the musical numbers, increase the grit a little bit to still keep the PG rating, and you may be cooking here.
- Picky likedDavid
That boy can sing! Really loved the music. Animation is also phenomenal, with every close up you can really see the detail put into the movie. A good watch if you want to see David in his youth & based on the book Samuel in the Bible.
Revy likedDavidIt has good musical numbers and a simple, easy-to-understand message. The plot has its strengths and weaknesses, and although it can get confusing at times, it remains entertaining. 7/10
Baers trash taste is "meh" onDavidIt was ok I enjoyed some of the messages. I kind of wish it was more accurate at times watching through it. But it’s just a story based somewhat off the actual scriptures we have.
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- ACAnita Cruz
truly a masterpiece! Genuine and inspiring to search more of the story of David. Definitely a. Must See!
IWImara WalkerI want to say that I saw this movie for free. Thank you! I was hoping that this would be a new Prince of Egypt film that could be appreciated by religious people and non-religous people alike, it wasn't. So of the jokes made me chuckle, most didn't. I liked two of the song,…
JKJosh KradyDavid was done very well! A few changes to the actual story is a little sad. But it still is a great movie for all!
- SMSusy Montoya
My kids loved it
KMKen MillerReally enjoyed this movie. There was lots of action, the singing was really good, and the story was great!
JEJae EscotoGot the chills a few times. Definately a satisfying movie to see with family.
- KCKoh Yuan Chen
Absolutely amazing movie on the story of David. Loved the musical aspect and hearing some of David's songs in the 21st century is cool! Heartwarming movie for all to watch. Placing hope and trust in God
AQAngel QuezadaBless God
RDRobert DeOliveiraLoved it!
Metacritic
Dec 19, 2025
David may be a towering figure of biblical lore, but this telling of a chapter of his story is not merely animated, it’s cartoonish.
Kyle Smith
Wall Street Journal
Dec 19, 2025
A well-produced, visually impressive, character-driven fable about the man who would be king.
Richard Roeper
RogerEbert.com
Dec 8, 2025
It comes off, it plays and it entertains. And the impressive, high-end Sunrise Animation Studio production values — realistic landscapes, clever character designs and tje scale of a capital city under construction (Gibeah, pre-Jerusalem) — are just the icing on the cake.
Roger Moore
Movie Nation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DAVID: Early Access (2025) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG (Parental Guidance Suggested). It's generally considered a family-friendly movie.
How long is DAVID: Early Access (2025)?
The movie is 1hr 30min long.
What's DAVID: Early Access (2025) about?
From his mother's songs to his clash with Goliath, David's journey from humble shepherd to anointed king tests the limits of faith, courage, and love-culminating in a battle for the soul of a kingdom.
Who's the cast of DAVID: Early Access (2025)?
- Asim Chaudhry as King Achish
- Brandon Engman as Young David
- Mick Wingert as Zaydel, Crowd
- Ashley Boettcher as Teen Zeruiah
- Phil Wickham as David
- Mark Whitten as Abishai
- Katie Bernstein as Ahinoam
- Brent Mukai as Crowd
- Lauren Daigle as Rebecca
- Will de Renzy-Martin as Vaizatha, Crowd
Who's the director behind DAVID: Early Access (2025)?
Phil Cunningham and Brent Dawes directed DAVID: Early Access (2025).
Who produced DAVID: Early Access (2025)?
Jacqui Cunningham, Phil Cunningham and Tim Keller produced DAVID: Early Access (2025).
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