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=== Writing ===
The writing of ''House of David'' seeks to present a nuanced depiction of King David by combining scriptural narratives with creative storytelling. Co-created and directed by Jon Erwin and [[Jon Gunn]], both known for their work in [[Christian film industry|faith-based cinema]], the series aims to make the biblical story more relatable to contemporary audiences. Drawing primarily from the early chapters of [[Books of Samuel|1 Samuel]], the narrative follows David’s transformation from a [[shepherd]] to a central figure in Israel’s history. The writers expand upon the biblical text to explore his relationships with key figures such as King Saul and the prophet Samuel, adding complexity to these interactions.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Amazon releases House of David TV show, depicting Old Testament king |url=https://wng.org/sift/amazon-releases-house-of-david-tv-show-humanizing-the-old-testament-1740777263? |access-date=2025-03-02 |website=WORLD |language=en}}</ref> Erwin and Gunn say that the show is not only intended for religious people but for a broad audience, with inspiration taken from ''[[The Lord of the Rings (film series)|The Lord of the Rings]]'', ''[[Star Wars]]'', and ''[[Harry Potter (film series)|Harry Potter]]''.<ref>[https://collider.com/house-of-david-set-visit/ 'House of David' Wants to Be More Than Just Faith-Based Storytelling, Plus Everything Else We Learned About Prime Video's
The series integrates direct biblical references with original dialogue, developing subplots that provide depth to [[Supporting character|secondary characters]], including Saul, Michal, and Jonathan. It also delves into David’s internal struggles with faith, morality, and leadership, extending beyond his well-documented battles and victories.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-02-28 |title=‘House of David’ Cast and Character Guide {{!}} Photos |url=https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/house-david-cast-character-guide-030204349.html? |access-date=2025-03-02 |website=Yahoo Entertainment |language=en-US}}</ref>
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