The Story of David

The Story of David

His triumphs made him a legend, his passion would nearly destroy him.

PG 1976 · 191 min · ★ 4.5 · History, Drama, TV Movie

The "David and Goliath" legend is presented as credibly as possible, while David's later disastrous romance with Bathsheba is handled with taste and decorum. Also in the cast are Anthony Quayle as King Saul, and Terence Hardiman as Bathsheba's unfortunate warrior husband Uriah.

Directed by Alex Segal · Written by Ernest Kinoy

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