"The King of Kings" Increases Screen Count to 3,535 for Easter Week

Angel--- the platform and studio empowering filmmakers to crowdfund, create, and distribute films --- is announcing that The King of Kings is growing its theatrical footprint to 3,535 screens, an increase of 10%, starting Friday, April 18. The animated epic theatrical release came in with a strong second place finish in its opening weekend box office, earning $19.3M. With a star-studded cast, the film sharing the story of an imaginative boy who discovers faith through his father's story of Jesus is also Verified Hot with a 97% Rotten Tomatoes audience score.
"This growth in location count highlights the power of biblical stories that resonate deeply, and the growing appetite for films that amplify light," said Brandon Purdie, Global Head of Theatrical Distribution & Brand Development at Angel. "This Easter weekend, we hope that families and churches around the globe will continue to flock to theaters to be inspired by this beautiful and unique retelling of the story of Jesus."
Directed by Seong-Ho Jang and featuring an all-star voice cast-including Kenneth Branagh as Charles Dickens, Uma Thurman as Catherine Dickens, Pierce Brosnan as Pontius Pilate, Mark Hamill as King Herod, Roman Griffin Davis as Walter Dickens, Forest Whitaker as Peter, Ben Kingsley as High Priest Caiaphas, and Oscar Isaac as Jesus Christ -The King of Kings has captivated audiences worldwide. Inspired by Charles Dickens, the film follows a father and son as they embark on an imaginative journey through the life of Jesus, delivering a fresh and heartfelt take on the greatest story ever told.
THE KING OF KINGS: Box Office Totals
Current Theater count: 3,200 - Rising to 3,535 on April 18Opening Weekend Actuals: $19,324,296Total Box Office Cume: $25,606,970
THE KING OF KINGS: Audience and Critics Scores
CinemaScore: A+Rotten Tomatoes: Critics - 65% Audience - 97%
Film Synopsis: Inspired by Charles Dickens, THE KING OF KING features a father telling his son the greatest story ever told, and what begins as a bedtime tale becomes a life-changing journey. Through vivid imagination, the boy walks alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, facing His trials, and understanding His ultimate sacrifice. The King of Kings invites us to rediscover the enduring power of hope, love, and redemption through the eyes of a child.
For more information, please see: https://www.angel.com/tickets/king-of-kings
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