Angel Studios Aims to Bring 1 Million Kids to Theaters for Free With New Animated Musical DAVID, Opening December 19
- Sahndra Fon Dufe
- Dec 9
- 2 min read
By Black Film Wire — US Market Entertainment News
Angel Studios, the faith-forward studio behind global Christian hits such as The Chosen (Netflix) and House of David (Amazon) is preparing to release its next major animated musical, DAVID, in theaters December 19.
But alongside the film’s debut, the studio has announced one of the most ambitious community-centered initiatives in recent faith-film history: a campaign to ensure 1 million children can watch the film for free, including many who have never experienced a cinema in their lifetime.
A Mission-Driven Release: “1 Million Kids for Free”
In a video released by David Animation creator Phil Cunningham, shared the studio’s commitment to make the story of David accessible to families nationwide, regardless of economic background.
“Every child deserves to see stories that inspire courage, faith, and hope,” he explained. “We want to give one million kids their very first theatrical experience — on us.”
Families, churches, youth ministries, and community groups can redeem the free-ticket promotion at:
Promo Code: KIDSGOFREE (valid at participating theaters)
Discount only valid for showtimes between 2025-12-18 (inclusive) and 2025-12-21 (inclusive)
Direct ticket link:
About the Film: A Modern, Musical Retelling of King David
DAVID is a high-energy animated musical that reimagines the Biblical hero for a new generation. The film features original music, large-scale animation set pieces, and a storyline designed to appeal to both faith audiences and mainstream families.
Voice Cast
The voice cast blends Christian-music powerhouses with mainstream talent:
Phil Wickham — King David
Brandon Engman — Young David
Lauren Daigle
Asim Chaudhry
Mick Wingert
Will de Renzy-Martin
While the primary cast does not prominently feature Black actors in leading roles, the ensemble includes supporting talent such as John Eleby who appears among the credited performers.
Full credits: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15678738/fullcredits/
Angel Studios has stated that its vision for DAVID is to bring communities together — crossing cultural, socioeconomic, and generational lines — through a story rooted in courage, leadership, and faith.
Why This Release Matters
The “1 Million Kids Free” initiative arrives at a time when US theater attendance among families is still recovering. By removing cost barriers, Angel Studios is positioning DAVID not just as a film release, but as a national cultural moment for church communities, youth groups, and family audiences.
The campaign may also introduce cinema-going to thousands of underserved children across the US — a move that blends entertainment with mission-driven outreach.
Get Your Tickets
DAVID hits theaters December 19. Secure your seats — or reserve free tickets for eligible kids — at:
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