After an extensive search lasting four months, the Amazon Prime Video series “House of David” has successfully assembled its cast of biblical characters.
The lead role of David will be portrayed by Michael Iskander, an Egyptian American actor known for his role as Aaron in the award-winning musical “Kimberly Akimbo.” Ali Suliman, recognized for his work in “Jack Ryan,” will take on the role of King Saul. Ayelet Zurer from “Man Of Steel” will play Queen Ahinoam, Stephen Lang from “Avatar: The Way of Water” will depict Samuel, and Martyn Ford, also known as the Nightmare, will embody Goliath in the series.
According to the official description, “House of David” narrates the story of David’s journey to becoming the renowned king of Israel, starting with the downfall of King Saul due to his own pride. The prophet Samuel anoints David, an unlikely outcast teenager, as the new king at God’s command. As David navigates love, loss, and violence within Saul’s court, he is destined to replace the current ruler.
The talented cast of “House of David” also includes Indy Lewis as Mychal, Yali Topol Margalith as Mirab, Ethan Kai as Jonathan, Oded Fehr as Abner, Louis Ferreira as Jesse, Davood Ghadami as Eliab, and Ashraf Barhom as Doeg. Production for the series is currently taking place in Greece.
The concept for “House of David” was developed by director Jon Erwin, who works alongside executive producers Jonathan Walker, Jon Gunn, Justin Rosenblatt, Chad Oakes, and Mike Frislev. The series is a collaboration between Wonder Project, Amazon MGM Studios, Nomadic Pictures, Argonauts, Kingdom Story Company, and Lionsgate Television.
Erwin expressed his excitement for the project, stating, “‘House of David’ is our telling of a 3,000-year-old hero’s journey, and it all starts with our David, Michael Iskander.” He praised the entire cast and looks forward to sharing their talents with a global audience.