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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
- Phil Wickham
- Ashley Boettcher
- Mick Wingert
- Mark Whitten
- Katie Bernstein
- Lauren Daigle
- Will de Renzy-Martin
- Brent Mukai
Moviegoers are saying
This animated biblical musical about King David's life story has audiences split between devoted families praising its faith-forward storytelling and critics questioning everything from its political implications to its animation quality. While faith-based viewers are moved to tears by the Psalm-infused soundtrack and Cape Town studio's visual artistry, skeptics point to pacing issues, potential AI-generated backgrounds, and concerns about the film's deeper messaging.
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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!
EmmyDec 14, 2025This was a very ambitious remake of Dave and the Giant Pickle.
Tommy Williams - Jan 1, 2026
Really 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 & OnlyDec 21, 2025Where’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 Guy - Dec 27, 2025
All 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!
JoshuaCaineDec 19, 2025If you ever had a crush on Moses in The Prince of Egypt, just wait to see grown-up David. Like, I get it, it’s in the text (1 Samuel 16:12), but they didn’t need to go that hard. I’ve been eagerly awaiting this film ever since I first saw the concept art a few years ago…
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Top Reviews
- Jayce Cornell likedDavid
It 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 likedDavidLovely!!! 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
- 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.
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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- JMJ.D. Moore
A wonderful, magical animated version of king Davids ENTIRE story - not just the part with Goliath. Just the right amount of musical. I really enjoyed this movie as an adult! 10/10 recommend for any age, but especially for the kids!
LFLuz FrancescaME AND MY KIDS LOVED IT ❤️ You fall in love with the character and the story
DHDennis HaneyIt was great! Take the family to see it!
- SMSadé McIntyre
30 years in the making and none of them were a waste! 10000/10 AMAZING! I could feel the presence of God in the theater. Not just a film, but ministry! God bless the actors, the creators and the entire team.
BMBrandon McgeeJust a wholesome movie that tells a great story based on the Bible. Overall something to watch without worrying about hidden messages.
RRRoxane RykWe took our 13 and 16 year old girls to see this movie and everyone enjoyed it. There is no gore in the movie. It is absolutely safe for younger kids. We would definitely recommend this for a nice family movie night.
- PRPatricia Rogers
Had my 6 year old daughter and I crying tears of hope, joy, thankfulness and sadness. You just see gods mercy through Davids story , it helped me put visual to the books in the Bible and I couldn’t be more thankful because it’s something I struggle with. My kids, husband…
CSCara SzczepanikA wonderfully animated presentation of David's early life and beginning. Glory to God! A great family movie!
RRRussell RowleyI really liked the animation. Good to see a children's movie without any stupid schatologic humor.
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is DAVID (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 (2025)?
The movie is 1hr 30min long.
What's DAVID (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 (2025)?
- Asim Chaudhry as King Achish
- Brandon Engman as Young David
- Phil Wickham as David
- Ashley Boettcher as Teen Zeruiah
- Mick Wingert as Zaydel, Crowd
- Mark Whitten as Abishai
- Katie Bernstein as Ahinoam
- Lauren Daigle as Rebecca
- Will de Renzy-Martin as Vaizatha, Crowd
- Brent Mukai as Crowd
Who's the director behind DAVID (2025)?
Phil Cunningham and Brent Dawes directed DAVID (2025).
Who produced DAVID (2025)?
Jacqui Cunningham, Phil Cunningham and Tim Keller produced DAVID (2025).
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