House of David? House of dullness, sadly

David Baker  |  Reviews
Date posted:  21 Mar 2025
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House of David? House of dullness, sadly

Publicity for House of David Source: Amazon Prime

Do you try and find a few things to be thankful for each day?

Well, here's one to add to your list. I have watched the first two episodes of Amazon Prime's House of David so that you don't have to...

Just in case you are in any doubt as to what it is all about, here is the publicity blurb: "House of David Season One tells the story of the ascent of biblical icon, David, who eventually becomes the most famous king of Israel. The once-mighty King Saul falls victim to his own pride. At the direction of God, the prophet Samuel anoints an outcast teenager as the new king. As one leader falls, another must rise."

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