David (2026)
David is in cinemas in the UK now. Its streaming release date hasn't been announced — this page updates the day it lands on streaming.
The verdict
David ranked near the top of that week's English film crop. It's sitting at 8.1/10 on TMDB across 187 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. The 109-minute runtime sits in the comfortable middle. It had its theatrical run in the UK — check back here for its streaming arrival.
Reviews swing both ways, with the pacing the sticking point. Viewers beg to differ — audience scores run well above the critics' line. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Should you spend 1h 49m on it?
1h 49m of English animation with a family streak, fine for the whole family. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- Currently 8.1/10 from 187 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you want live action tonight
- Best for
- An evening with the household together
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 49m |
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Animation / Family |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Theatre / big screen |
Director
Phil Cunningham
Cast
When is David coming to streaming?
Not streaming yet — David is in its theatrical run in the UK, released 2026-08-21. English releases typically reach streaming about 5–9 weeks after opening, which would put it somewhere around September 2026 and October 2026.
That's the usual pattern, not a confirmed date — no platform has announced one. We re-check every day and this page updates the moment it lands.
Where to watch in the UK
Availability as of 2026-09-03 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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