Angel Accelerates DAVID Theatrical Rollout Across 43 International Markets
Angel (NYSE: ANGX) announced a theatrical rollout for the animated musical David across 43 international markets with staggered release dates from December 2025 through January 2027.
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Angel (NYSE: ANGX) announced a theatrical rollout for the animated musical David across 43 international markets with staggered release dates from December 2025 through January 2027. Domestic theatrical pre-sales have surged to close to $6 million, outpacing prior Angel releases. Markets and partners named include Portugal (Dec 17, 2025), Australia/New Zealand (Dec 18, 2025), South Africa (Dec 19, 2025), multiple Latin American markets on March 26, 2026, and Japan on Jan 1, 2027. The U.S. release is set for Dec 19, 2025. Angel highlighted strong exhibitor demand and its 1.6 million Angel Guild members as drivers of the ambitious international schedule.
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- International reach: 43 markets announced
- Domestic presales close to $6 million
- U.S. release date set for Dec 19, 2025
- Major regional partners secured (e.g., Rialto, ROLA, Kinostar)
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- None.
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News Market Reaction – ANGX
On Nov 26, the day this news came out, ANGX closed 1.72% above the previous close.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Nov 26 session.
Key Figures
- Domestic presales
- close to $6 million
- DAVID U.S. theatrical pre-sales referenced in rollout announcement
- International markets
- 43 markets
- Number of international territories announced for DAVID
- Angel Guild members
- 1.6 million
- Grassroots Angel Guild community supporting Angel releases
- Film festivals
- more than 50
- I Was A Stranger festival features worldwide
- U.S. release date
- December 19, 2025
- U.S. theatrical release date for DAVID
- Young Washington release
- July 3, 2026
- Planned theatrical release date for Young Washington
Historical Context
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Management appearing at two investor events and fireside chat.
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DAVID rollout to 43 markets and domestic presales near $6M.
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Acquisition of three high-performing franchises to expand ownership.
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DAVID presales near $3M in three weeks, a company record.
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Strong revenue growth but larger net loss and higher costs.
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Animated musical builds powerful momentum as early domestic pre-sales surge close to
"This is our most ambitious international release schedule yet, driven by tremendous exhibitor confidence and a story that transcends borders," said Jared Geesey, EVP and Head of International at Angel. "From Europe to
Watch the trailer HERE
First International Markets Include:
Portugal (NOS Lusomundo Adiovisuais)- December 17, 2025Australia (Rialto Distribution) - December 18, 2025New Zealand (Rialto Distribution) - December 18, 2025South Africa (Empire Entertainment) - December 19, 2025Lebanon (Front Row Filmed Entertainment) - December 18, 2025Singapore (Shaw)– December 25Nigeria (Filmone Entertainment) - December 26, 2025Ghana (Filmone Entertainment) - December 26, 2025Brazil (Paris Filmes / Heaven Content)- January 15, 2026Sri Lanka (Skyline Entertainment) - January 23, 2026Israel (Tulip Entertainment) - February 28, 2026Poland (Galapagos Films) - March 5, 2026Croatia (Blitz) - March 19, 2026Serbia (Blitz) - March 19, 2026Slovenia (Blitz) - March 19, 2026Bulgaria (Blitz) - March 19, 2026North Macedonia (Blitz) - March 19, 2026Montenegro (Blitz) - March 19, 2026Bosnia & Herzegovina (Blitz) - March 19, 2026France (Saje Distribution) - March 22, 2026Mexico (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Guatemala (ROLA) - March 26, 2026El Salvador (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Honduras (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Nicaragua (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Costa Rica (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Panama (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Ecuador (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Peru (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Bolivia (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Paraguay (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Uruguay (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Chile (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Argentina (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Colombia (ROLA) - March 26, 2026Belgium (Neema / WW Entertainment) - March 26. 2026Netherlands (Neema / WW Entertainment) - March 26, 2026Germany (Kinostar) - March 26, 2026Austria (Kinostar) - March 26, 2026Switzerland (Kinostar) - March 26, 2026Hungary (ADS Service) - April 2, 2026Spain (Selectavision) - April 2, 2026Japan (Hark & Company) - January 1, 2027
"Rialto Distribution is thrilled to be releasing David in
Thabo Mahloele, the MD of TV & Entertainment at Arena Holdings, said, "We are incredibly proud to be involved in bringing the powerful and inspirational story of David to the big screen. This movie is a truly great, wholesome, inspiring, and deeply entertaining cinematic experience for the whole family. The story of courage and faith is timeless, and we believe audiences will find it profoundly moving." Empire Entertainment, a division of Arena Holdings, is releasing David in
From the songs of his mother's heart to the whispers of a faithful God, David's story begins in quiet devotion. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorize a nation, a young shepherd armed with only a sling, a few stones, and unshakable faith steps forward. Pursued by power and driven by purpose, his journey tests the limits of loyalty, love, and courage—culminating in a battle not just for a crown, but for the soul of a kingdom.
David stars Phil Wickham (GRAMMY-Nominated Artist, Dove Award Winner), Brandon Engman (Bull Run, Mick Skylark: Mini Golf Prodigy), Brian Stivale (The Garden, Copycat Killers) and Miri Mesika (Meorav Yerushalmi, Three Mothers). The film is directed by Phil Cunningham (Jungle Beat) and Brent Dawes (Jungle Beat), and is written by Dawes, Kyle Portbury (Young David, The Hopeful), and Sam Wilson (Jungle Beat), featuring music by Joseph Trapanese (The Greatest Showman, Straight Outta Compton).
David will be released in the
In addition to David, Angel's upcoming theatrical slate showcases a diverse range of stories and genres. Highlights include I Was A Stranger, a powerful tale of resilience and hope set against the backdrop of the Syrian Civil War and featured in more than 50 film festivals worldwide; Solo Mio, a heartwarming romantic comedy starring Kevin James, Kim Coates, and Alyson Hannigan; and Young
Official Website: https://www.angel.com/movies/david
Official Media Kit: https://www.angel.com/press/david
About Angel: Angel (NYSE: ANGX) is a media and technology company guided by 1.6 million grassroots Angel Guild paying members championing values-driven stories. Clearly expressing the kind of programming they crave, members of the Angel Guild act as virtual co-producers, greenlighting what films and television series get produced and distributed in theaters and on the Angel app. Propelled by this audience-first momentum, Angel has released more than 40 films and 20 television series that amplify light, including Sound of Freedom, which earned more than
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Founded in 2023, 2521 Entertainment is a film production and finance company that is not just creating good art and entertainment; we are changing the culture through art and entertainment with stories that matter. Our credits include The King of Kings (Angel Studios), the highest-grossing faith-based animated opening ever; Sound of Freedom (Angel Studios), a
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