Angel’s (Provo, UT) animated musical DAVID opens to $22 million domestically, setting a record for faith-based animation and marking the company’s strongest theatrical debut.
DAVID delivers the strongest theatrical opening in Angel’s history and ranks among 2025’s top animated releases.
Provo, Utah — December 22, 2025
Angel (NYSE: ANGX) reported a $22 million domestic box office opening weekend for its animated musical DAVID, marking the largest theatrical debut in the company’s history. The film now holds the record for the highest-grossing opening weekend for a faith-based animated feature, surpassing Angel’s own The King of Kings earlier this year.
With DAVID, Provo-based Angel has released two of the ten highest-grossing animated domestic films of 2025, alongside The King of Kings, which has generated approximately $61 million to date.
Key opening-weekend benchmarks include:
“Families responded strongly to this story from the outset,” said Brandon Purdie, Angel’s Head of Theatrical. “We appreciate the support from exhibitors and expect continued interest through the holiday period.”
Earlier this year, Angel acquired the DAVID franchise and related intellectual property in partnership with 2521 Entertainment. The deal includes both the feature film and a five-part animated television series, positioning the property as a long-term asset within Angel’s content portfolio.
“King David’s story has enduring relevance, and this adaptation was designed as a shared theatrical experience for families,” said David L. Hunt, co-founder and chief creative and content officer at 2521 Entertainment.
DAVID traces the biblical figure’s journey from shepherd to king, focusing on themes of faith, leadership, and moral conviction, culminating in the confrontation with Goliath.
The film features original music by Phil Wickham and has earned an A CinemaScore along with a 98% Rotten Tomatoes Popcorn (Audience) Score. International rollout begins this week across more than 42 markets, listed below:
DAVID: International Theatrical Release Dates
Europe
| Country | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Portugal | December 17, 2025 |
| Poland | March 5, 2026 |
| Croatia | March 19, 2026 |
| Serbia | March 19, 2026 |
| Slovenia | March 19, 2026 |
| Bulgaria | March 19, 2026 |
| North Macedonia | March 19, 2026 |
| Montenegro | March 19, 2026 |
| Bosnia & Herzegovina | March 19, 2026 |
| France | March 22, 2026 |
| Germany | March 26, 2026 |
| Netherlands | March 26, 2026 |
| Belgium | March 26, 2026 |
| Austria | March 26, 2026 |
| Switzerland | March 26, 2026 |
| Hungary | April 2, 2026 |
| Spain | April 2, 2026 |
Africa
| Country | Release Date |
|---|---|
| South Africa | December 19, 2025 |
| Nigeria | December 26, 2025 |
| Ghana | December 26, 2025 |
Asia & Middle East
| Country | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Singapore | December 25, 2025 |
| Sri Lanka | January 23, 2026 |
| Israel | February 28, 2026 |
| Japan | January 1, 2027 |
Oceania
| Country | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Australia | January 15, 2025 |
| New Zealand | January 15, 2025 |
Latin America
| Country | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Brazil | January 15, 2026 |
| Mexico | March 26, 2026 |
| Guatemala | March 26, 2026 |
| El Salvador | March 26, 2026 |
| Honduras | March 26, 2026 |
| Nicaragua | March 26, 2026 |
| Costa Rica | March 26, 2026 |
| Panama | March 26, 2026 |
| Ecuador | March 26, 2026 |
| Peru | March 26, 2026 |
| Bolivia | March 26, 2026 |
| Paraguay | March 26, 2026 |
| Uruguay | March 26, 2026 |
| Chile | March 26, 2026 |
| Argentina | March 26, 2026 |
| Colombia | March 26, 2026 |
Angel’s upcoming theatrical slate spans multiple genres, including I Was a Stranger, a drama set during the Syrian civil war; Solo Mio, a romantic comedy starring Kevin James and Alyson Hannigan; and Young Washington, a historical biopic featuring Kelsey Grammer, Mary-Louise Parker, and Ben Kingsley.
Learn more at 2521entertainment.com at angel.com.
