Animated Faith-Based Hit ‘DAVID’ Begins Streaming Jan. 27

Animated Faith-Based Hit ‘DAVID’ Begins Streaming Jan. 27

Angel, a media and technology company guided by two million grassroots Angel Guild members championing values-driven stories, is now streaming its animated family musical “DAVID” on Angel.com and in the Angel app for all Angel Guild members to enjoy.

‘David’ image courtesy of Angel Studios.

“DAVID,” which grossed nearly $80 million at the domestic box office, became the highest grossing faith based animated theatrical musical of all-time and achieved the best three day theatrical opening in Angel’s history. The film earned a 98% Audience Score on Rotten Tomatoes as well as an A CinemaScore. “DAVID”‘s soundtrack also cracked the Top 10 on the Billboard Christian Album Chart. It landed at No. 35 for the top movies of the year 2025, ahead of other animated titles such as “Paddington in Peru” and “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.” 

The “DAVID”  Soundtrack, which features music from the film by multi-platinum artist Phil Wickham, captivated listeners by achieving more than 20 million streams and charting in the top 10 on the Billboard Top Christian/gospel album charts for the past three weeks.

Jordan Harmon, co-founder and President of Angel said, “‘DAVID’ has ignited the imaginations of families worldwide. As the #1 audience-rated movie of 2025 on Rotten Tomatoes, we’re thrilled to extend its inspiring reach to millions more via the Angel streaming platform for our Guild members. This uplifting retelling of one of history’s greatest tales is the ideal family film to enjoy together from the comfort of home.”

In addition to audience praise, “DAVID”  has also earned widespread critical acclaim:

“A spectacular showcase.”– Variety

“5 out of 5 stars.”– Common Sense Media

“DAVID has the highly detailed, brightly colored and screen-popping visuals of a DreamWorks or Disney film.” – RogerEbert.com

“It’s all epic in scale, ‘prestige’ quality on par with Pixar.” – The Gospel Coalition

“It is the best animated Bible movie since The Prince of Egypt.” – Crosswalk

“’DAVID’ is an uplifting, positive movie that adults and their older children can enjoy together.”-  Movieguide

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. With immersive animation and a memorable original soundtrack featuring GRAMMY nominated artist Phil Wickham, the film is on its way to becoming a modern animated classic.

“DAVID”  features the voice-talent of Phil Wickham as David, Brandon Engman as young David, and Brian Stivale as the Prophet Samuel. Produced by Sunrise Animation Studios in Cape Town, South Africa, the film, co-directed by Phil Cunningham and Brent Dawes, and brought to life by a world-class, worldwide team of artists who have contributed to some of the most iconic animated projects in history. The film was distributed by Angel with 2521 Entertainment.

“DAVID”  joins titles on the Angel streaming experience such as “Sound of Freedom,” “Sketch,” “Homestead,” “The Last Rodeo,” “The King of Kings,” “The Wingfeather Saga,” “Cabrini,” “The Senior” and hundreds of other movies and TV shows designed for family audiences. 

Watch DAVID now on Angel.com or download the Angel App on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Vizio, and other major platforms. For more information, please see: https://www.angel.com/movies/david

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