Overview

• The King of Kings, an animated retelling of Jesus Christ's life framed through Charles Dickens narrating to his son, premiered in theaters on April 11, 2025.
• The film boasts a high-profile voice cast including Oscar Isaac as Jesus, Kenneth Branagh as Charles Dickens, and Uma Thurman as Catherine Dickens.
• Pre-release interest was strong, with over $7.8 million in presales, reflecting significant anticipation among faith-based and family audiences.
• Critics have delivered a mixed reception, praising its faith-driven narrative and unique framing but pointing to inconsistent animation quality and heavy-handed storytelling.
• Angel Studios, known for its controversial hit Sound of Freedom, aims to expand its portfolio into family-oriented animated productions with this release.