Biblical Animated Musical Adventure ‘David’ Ramps Up International Release

Angel today announced 43 international markets and release dates for its soon-to-launch animated musical David. The film’s presales are already nearing $6 million, outpacing any prior Angel theatrical release, including The King of Kings. The movie will open in U.S. theaters on December 19.

“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 honored 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.

Synopsis: 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 stars Phil Wickham (Grammy-nominated artist, Dove Award winner), Brandon Engman (Bull Run, Mick Skylark: Mini Golf Prodigy), Brian Stivale (The Garden, Copycat Killers) and Miri Mesika (Meorav Yerushalmi, Three Mothers).

The film is directed by Phil Cunningham (Jungle Beat) and Brent Dawes (Jungle Beat), and is written by Dawes, Kyle Portbury (Young David, The Hopeful) and Sam Wilson (Jungle Beat), featuring music by Joseph Trapanese (The Greatest Showman, Straight Outta Compton).