Started February 27, 2025 · Returning Series · Based on 2 seasons, 16 episodes through November 16, 2025 · TV-14
House of David is a biblical drama series that follows the story of young shepherd David, anointed by the prophet Samuel to replace the proud King Saul as king of Israel. It covers David's early life, the battle with Goliath, his time at court, friendships, romance, and battles across two seasons. The show centers on faith, humility before God, and the consequences of pride. Some viewers noted assertive royal women acting like modern characters and occasional modern-sounding dialogue, while the lead role of David is played by an Egyptian American actor in an ancient Israelite setting.
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Breakdown
These are the editorial factors and ratings behind our score for House of David.
Woke representation / casting
Egyptian American actor plays David in an ancient Israelite story; supporting cast includes Israeli talent; no marketing emphasis on diversity quotas or identity in prominent roles.
2%
Woke political dialogue
Story uses primarily biblical content focused on faith and obedience; some viewers noted isolated modern anachronistic lines such as "live in our truth" in season 2.
5%
Identity-driven story themes
Core narrative follows the biblical account of God's choice of the humble, pride's fall, and faith over strength; expansions add personal drama and intrigue rather than modern identity arcs.
0%
Western institutional / cultural critique
Ancient story of Israelite kingship and divine favor; no reframing through lenses of patriarchy, colonialism, or current activist social critiques.
0%
Woke character or canon changes
Not present in this title.
0%
Anti-woke backlash and complaints
Scattered viewer comments and reviews questioned modern-feeling female characters or the lead casting; one Reddit thread directly asked if the show was woke; conservative coverage called it non-woke overall; no major organized backlash.
15%
Creator track record context
Jon Erwin and Jon Gunn have clear records in Christian faith-based storytelling; other contributors have commercial TV or limited public activist patterns.
10%
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