A new animated musical film, "David," presents a "boybandish" interpretation of the biblical figure, complete with voluminous bouffant hair and a soundtrack of upbeat worship songs. While the singing is described as a weak link, the film is noted for its better-than-average animation and PG-approved sword-and-sandal battles.
The movie, which is described as Christian cinema, frequently adopts a preachy tone. The narrative sees shepherd boy David, voiced by Brandon Engman, confront Goliath, voiced by Kamran Nikhad, early in the film. Prophet Samuel, voiced by Brian Stivale, anoints David as the future king of Israel.
After his victory over Goliath, David moves to the royal palace. Years later, an older David, voiced by Phil Wickham, is depicted as a handsome young man, though his characterisation is described as bland despite the film's engaging portrayal of threats from the Philistines and Amalekites.