Young David
2023 • 6 min • Animation · Family · Drama
Synopsis
In the quiet hills of Bethlehem, a shepherd boy named David finds meaning in every melody and strength in every trial. Follow the early adventures of Israel’s future king as he learns courage in the fields, kindness through friendship, and faith in the face of fear. Each story reveals the humble beginnings of a legend whose greatest victories began long before the battlefield.
Our family guide
Best from age 5- 83 Audience · 6 · 100%
This animated short introduces young David, a shepherd boy who finds courage and faith while tending his flock. It gently explores themes of inner strength, kindness, and trust as he faces everyday challenges.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 0/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 0/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 0/10
- Scary moments
- 1/10
Heads up
- Very mild peril when David protects his sheep
What it models well
- Courage in facing challenges
- Kindness and friendship
- Faith and inner strength
- Responsibility and duty
Talk about it after
- What does it mean to be brave when you feel small?
- How can we show kindness to others?
- What helped David feel strong and confident?
- Why is it important to practice skills, even simple ones?
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Where to watch
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Top billed cast
Director: Phil Cunningham, Brent Dawes • Crew: Brent Dawes
Trailers & clips
23 | Official Music Video From Young David
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 8.3/10 (6)
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 5
- Official site
- youngdavid.com