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King David

1985·Movie
1h 54min·PG-13
29
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A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle6
  • Violence6
  • Tension5

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History, a real life story, and faith and meaning

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

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About

The story of the man.

This is a movie about the life of Israel's king David.
Biblical EpicHistorical DramaBiographicalPolitical IntrigueSpiritualMelancholyFamily SagaCharacter-DrivenOrchestral Score

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about King David

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream King David legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is King David worth watching?

29
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Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 30/100 (IMDb 5.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 8%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is King David rated?

PG-13Violence

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is King David?

1 h 54 min

King David runs 1 h 54 min.

Is King David based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on King David?

Critics8
Audiences48

Not quite. Audiences rate King David higher (48) than critics (8). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was King David a box office hit?

Budget$22 million
Box office$5 million

No. It cost about $22 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 23% of its budget.

What language is King David in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch King David?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for King David in 42 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does King David use?

Bible TimesDemythificationRage Against the HeavensAsshole VictimEnemy MineMood DissonanceDeath SeekerDavid Versus GoliathAdaptational VillainyDeath by IronyImpaled with Extreme PrejudiceHeroic BSoDand 41 more

TV Tropes lists 53 storytelling tropes for King David, including Bible Times, Demythification, Rage Against the Heavens.