David
Mar 23 1997
•3h 53m
•Adventure, Drama, TV Movie
A distinguished military leader whose reign was touched by great scandal, shocking betrayals and rousing victories. A simple shepherd boy chosen to be king, under the watchful eyes of prophet Samuel.
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Nathaniel Parker
David
Jonathan Pryce
Saul
Leonard Nimoy
Samuel
Sheryl Lee
Batseba
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