David, himself – I think Richard Gere was miscast. He is a wonderful actor but he is much better in contemporary pieces. See also List of historical drama films David and Bathsheba Kings (U.S. TV series) References External links 1985 films 1985 drama films 1980s American films 1980s English-language films Absalom American adventure drama films American epic films American historical drama films American rape and revenge films Cultural depictions of Bathsheba Films about David Films about giants Films directed by Bruce Beresford Films scored by Carl Davis Films set in Jerusalem Films set in the 10th century BC Films set in the 11th century BC Films shot at Pinewood Studios Films shot in Abruzzo Films shot in Matera Goliath Incest in film Paramount Pictures films Religious epic films