What is Saul and David?
Saul and David is a 1964 adventure‑drama film directed by Marcello Baldi that retells the biblical story of David of Bethlehem defeating the giant Goliath and later becoming a rival to King Saul, drawing from the Book of Samuel. Released in the mid‑1960s, it forms part of a wave of European religious epics that brought scriptural narratives to the big screen.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1964
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 109 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 31, 1964
- Studios
- San Paolo Film, San Pablo Film
- Genres
- Adventure, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.7/10
- Episode runtime
- ~109 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- San Paolo Film, San Pablo Film
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Saul and David is a 1964 adventure‑drama film directed by Marcello Baldi that retells the biblical story of David of Bethlehem defeating the giant Goliath and later becoming a rival to King Saul, drawing from the Book of Samuel. Released in the mid‑1960s, it forms part of a wave of European religious epics that brought scriptural narratives to the big screen.
The film adopts a solemn, dramatic tone, emphasizing the moral and political tension between the youthful David and the aging king. Its pacing is measured, allowing scenes to unfold deliberately over its 1 hour 49 minutes, which may feel slower compared with contemporary action movies.
Should you watch it?
“A young shepherd defeats a giant and challenges a king in a biblical adventure.”
- Depicts the iconic David‑and‑Goliath battle from the Book of Samuel.
- Directed by Marcello Baldi, noted for historical and biblical epics.
- Combines adventure and drama over a 1h 49m runtime.
- Its measured pacing may feel slow for viewers accustomed to modern action pacing.
Watch it if you enjoy classic biblical epics that emphasize character rivalry and moral conflict.
The film maintains a reverent, dramatic tone with deliberate pacing, suitable for audiences interested in historical religious storytelling.
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Where can I stream Saul and David (1964)?
The TMDB listing shows it as currently available in the “Now Streaming” section; check that page for specific platforms.
Is Saul and David worth watching?
It offers a faithful, dramatized portrayal of a well‑known biblical episode and showcases Baldi’s direction, appealing to fans of classic religious cinema.
How long will it take to watch the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes, so a single sitting is sufficient.
Are there any essential episodes or parts to focus on?
As a standalone film, it contains one continuous narrative without separate episodes.
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