David Breaks North American Box Office Records With Historic Faith-Animation Opening

David

The animated musical David has rewritten the box office playbook for faith-based animation, opening to an estimated $9.6 million in North America during its initial release window — a figure that places it ahead of long-standing genre benchmarks.

Released across more than 3,100 theaters in the U.S. and Canada, David entered the holiday marketplace with surprising force, immediately positioning itself as one of the strongest debuts ever recorded for an animated film rooted in biblical storytelling. Its opening performance exceeded the debut figures once set by landmark titles such as The Prince of Egypt and The King of Kings, films that previously defined the commercial ceiling for the genre.

The achievement is particularly striking given the competitive Christmas corridor, where franchise sequels and blockbuster animation traditionally dominate screens. David not only held its ground but climbed near the top of the daily box office rankings, signaling strong turnout from family audiences seeking alternatives during the festive season.

Industry analysts attribute the film’s performance to a mix of strategic timing, broad family appeal and an audience-first distribution approach that built anticipation well before release. Rather than relying on traditional studio marketing alone, David benefited from strong grassroots momentum that translated directly into ticket sales.

As the film continues its theatrical run and expands internationally, its early box office results have already secured its place in cinema history. David is no longer just a successful release — it is a new reference point for what faith-driven animation can achieve in today’s global marketplace.