David: Release date news, cast details and more about the upcoming biblical drama adaptation by Angel Studios

Brent Dawes and Phil Cunningham's animated biblical film, David, is nearing its release date, which is before Christmas, on December 19, and is a continuation of the miniseries called Young David, based on the Old Testament's Book of Samuel. It will follow the journey of the character of the same name, who is described in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament as the king of Israel and Judah.

The making of the film needed a lot of research, for which the team explored Israel. The places they visited there include Jerusalem, the Pool of Siloam, the Valley of Elah, and more.

Initially, it was said that Brandon Engman, the actor who voiced the title character in the story, would return as a part of the voice cast. However, the adult version will be voiced by another one. We will see who is voicing him in a section below. So, let's see what more we know of the upcoming film.

When will David the movie be released?

The Brent Dawes and Phil Cunningham movie is currently set for a release on December 19, 2025.

It will be released alongside four more films, including Avatar: Fire and Ash, The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, The Housemaid, and Is This Thing On?.

David voice cast

You can see the actors lending their voices for the film below

Brandon Engman as Young David
Phil Wickham as David
Asim Chaudhry as King Achish
Mick Wingert as Zaydel/Crowd
Ashley Boettcher as Teen Zeruiah
Mark Whitten as Abishai
Katie Bernstein as Ahinoam
Lauren Daigle as Rebecca
Will de Renzy-Martin as Vaizhatha/Crowd
Adam Michael Gold as Saul
Mark Jacobson as Jonathan
Kamran Nikhad as Goliath
Brian Stivale as Samuel
Sloan Lucas Muldown as Young Zeruiah
Mike Ciporkin as Scout
Miri Mesika as Nitzevet
Adam Meir as Tall Scribe/Crowd
David Rosenberg as Doeg
Jack Wagman as Abinadab
Hector as Jesse
Nitzan Sitzer as Short Scribe
Aaron Tavaler as Nethanel
Jonathan Shaboo as Eliab
Doron Rechlis as Elhanan

While these will appear as the voice cast of the film, there are more who are set to appear as part of the crowd.

What is David about?

A still from the film. (Image via Angel Studios)

According to the film's official 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."

You can see the trailer of the film we have provided in this article or on YouTube.