Richard Gere, Edward Woodward, Alice Krige

In this adaptation of the epic Biblical story, the teenage David (Richard Gere) is chosen by Samuel (Dennis Quilley), who's disgusted by what he perceives as weakness in Saul (Edward Woodward), who's ...( read more  read more... )next in line to become king. In spite of his success against Goliath (George Eastman), David is pursued by a jealous Saul, whom he eventually vanquishes. But when he ascends to the throne, David discovers how difficult it is to rule the land.

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PG-13, 113 min.

Directed by: Bruce Beresford

Release Date: March 29, 1985

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DVD Release Date: November 18, 2003

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  • October 9, 2009
    This is a movie based off the biblical story of David. The film stars Richard Gere as David. He is quite good in this role. The film is well done and the story entertaining. My favorite scene though is the famous David Vs Goliath fight. I also like how they go into David's adult ...( read more)life and his problems as king. Worth at least a one time watch.
  • April 20, 2009
    I remember seeing this in my teens. it's bible, but also down to earth. human flaws still reclaiming faith.
  • February 28, 2009
    well umn just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch..its got a good cast of actors/actressess throughout this movie..i think that richard gere, dennis quilley, edward woodward, george eastman, alice krige play good parts thorughout this movie..i...( read more) think that the director of this Drama, Art House & International movie had done a good job of directing this movie because you never know what 2 expect throughout this movie..its an enjoyable movie its a powerful movie 2 watch but its good 2 watch but it goes on for 2 1/2 hours but its good 2 watch
  • October 14, 2008
    It's a brilliant movie.
  • July 23, 2008
    LOVED IT
    MMMM RICHARD GERE , NOW HOW SEXI IS HE YUMM !
  • February 13, 2008
    Not one of Gere's best. Very difficult role to pull off. Richard does a good job at making the best of what he has to work with. (At) for effort.
  • January 28, 2008
    might be good, who knows?
  • December 11, 2007
    I was bored in this movie, maybe because I didn't care around the end of the film.
  • November 27, 2007
    >AMust see,loved it,.
  • October 23, 2007
    Biblical story of King David

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