Angel's 'David' Steps Up International Release
2025 has been a banner year for faith-based animation. We've already seen King of Kings and Light Of The World get theatrical releases, and now, just in time for the holiday,s we're getting David. Like King Of Kings, David comes from Angel, a studio founded to bring to life faith-based projects. The new film is tracking to be bigger than any of their previous movies, with presales reaching as high as $5 million.
The musical film tells the story of the biblical figure of David and ultimately his confrontation with Goliath. It stars the voices of Phil Wickham (David) and Brandon Engman ( young David), who also wrote and performed a number of the songs and Brian Stivale and Miri Mesika. The film is directed by Phil Cunningham and Brent Dawes and written by Brent Dawes, Kyle Portbury and Sam Wilson. with music by Joseph Trapanese. Animation production is by Sunrise Animation Studios.
The synopsis reads:
"From the songs of his mother’s heart to the whispers of a faithful God, David’s story begins in quiet devotion. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorize a nation, a young shepherd armed with only a sling, a few stones, and unshakable faith steps forward. Pursued by power and driven by purpose, his journey tests the limits of loyalty, love, and courage—culminating in a battle not just for a crown, but for the soul of a kingdom."
David will be released in cinemas in the United States on December 19. Angel have also announced that the film is also coming to an additional 43 markets. “This is our most ambitious international release schedule yet, driven by tremendous exhibitor confidence and a story that transcends borders,” said Jared Geesey, EVP and Head of International at Angel. “From Europe to Latin America, audiences are leaning in because David speaks to something universal—courage, faith, and hope. We’re honoured to bring this animated musical to families everywhere.”
First International Markets Include:
- Portugal (NOS Lusomundo Adiovisuais)- December 17, 2025
- Australia (Rialto Distribution) - December 18, 2025
- New Zealand (Rialto Distribution) - December 18, 2025
- South Africa (Empire Entertainment) - December 19, 2025
- Lebanon (Front Row Filmed Entertainment) - December 18, 2025
- Singapore (Shaw)– December 25
- Nigeria (Filmone Entertainment) - December 26, 2025
- Ghana (Filmone Entertainment) - December 26, 2025
- Brazil (Paris Filmes / Heaven Content)- January 15, 2026
- Sri Lanka (Skyline Entertainment) - January 23, 2026
- Israel (Tulip Entertainment) - February 28, 2026
- Poland (Galapagos Films) - March 5, 2026
- Croatia (Blitz) - March 19, 2026
- Serbia (Blitz) - March 19, 2026
- Slovenia (Blitz) - March 19, 2026
- Bulgaria (Blitz) - March 19, 2026
- North Macedonia (Blitz) - March 19, 2026
- Montenegro (Blitz) - March 19, 2026
- Bosnia & Herzegovina (Blitz) - March 19, 2026
- France (Saje Distribution) - March 22, 2026
- Mexico (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Guatemala (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- El Salvador (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Honduras (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Nicaragua (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Costa Rica (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Panama (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Ecuador (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Peru (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Bolivia (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Paraguay (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Uruguay (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Chile (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Argentina (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Colombia (ROLA) - March 26, 2026
- Belgium (Neema / WW Entertainment) - March 26. 2026
- Netherlands (Neema / WW Entertainment) - March 26, 2026
- Germany (Kinostar) - March 26, 2026
- Austria (Kinostar) - March 26, 2026
- Switzerland (Kinostar) - March 26, 2026
- Hungary (ADS Service) - April 2, 2026
- Spain (Selectavision) - April 2, 2026
- Japan (Hark & Company) - January 1, 2027
“Rialto Distribution is thrilled to be releasing David in Australia and New Zealand. Angel consistently delivers inspiring, high-quality films, and David continues their commitment to meaningful storytelling,” says Kelly Rogers, CEO of Rialto Distribution. “Having released several Angel titles, including Cabrini, The King of Kings, and Sketch, we’ve seen how powerfully audiences connect with these stories, and look forward to sharing this beautiful animated musical epic with families across our region.”
Thabo Mahloele, the MD of TV & Entertainment at Arena Holdings, said, "We are incredibly proud to be involved in bringing the powerful and inspirational story of David to the big screen. This movie is a truly great, wholesome, inspiring, and deeply entertaining cinematic experience for the whole family. The story of courage and faith is timeless, and we believe audiences will find it profoundly moving." Empire Entertainment, a division of Arena Holdings, is releasing David in South Africa.
