Provo, UT—April 2, 2025

(PROVO, Utah) Today, Angel, the film & TV platform curated by over one million members of the Angel Guild, presented its upcoming theatrical slate at the CinemaCon Wednesday morning session. The presentation focused on celebrating exhibition partners who have supported Angel’s eleven theatrical releases, which has enabled the studio to experience remarkable growth, topping $360M in box office in just two years.  

“At CinemaCon 2025, we unveiled the most ambitious and cinematic slate in Angel Studios’ history. There are no greater partners than the dedicated exhibitors who bring these stories to life on the big screen. We are all in on theatrical—bullish on the big screen, unwavering in our commitment to the theatrical window, and firm believers in the power of the shared moviegoing experience,” says Brandon Purdie, Executive Vice President and Head of Theatrical Distribution. 

TIFF-favorite SKETCH has been signed to the Angel system for an August 6 release, historical biopic TRUTH & TREASON, and epic thriller ZERO A.D. are announcing title changes and release dates. 

Purdie continues, “This week at CinemaCon reaffirms the strength and influence of the Angel Guild—more than one million members dedicated to shaping the future of entertainment and ensuring that stories that amplify light shine where they belong—on the biggest screens, in front of the biggest audiences, the way they were meant to be experienced.” 

“In just our first two years, Angel Studios broke into the top 10 theatrical distributors in the U.S.—not by playing it safe, but by delivering powerful, values-driven stories that audiences are hungry for. Now we’re taking that momentum global, partnering with theaters and filmmakers worldwide to bring light-filled movies to screens everywhere,” said Jared Geesey, Chief Distribution Officer.

THE KING OF KINGS - In theaters April 11, 2025

A father, Charles Dickens, tells 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.

THE KING OF KINGS stars Kenneth Branaugh, Uma Thurman, Pierce Brosnan, Mark Hamill, Roman Griffith Davis, Forrest Whitaker, Ben Kingsley and Oscar Isaac.

Also announced at CinemaCon is the launch of a “kids go free” campaign.  Fans of Angel have generously paid it forward so that kids everywhere can see The King of Kings for free with the purchase of a qualifying adult ticket.  Visitors to angel.com/kidsgofree can use the code “KIDSGOFREE” to get up to 2 free children’s tickets.

THE KING OF KINGS Trailer HERE

THE LAST RODEO - In theaters May 23, 2025

A retired rodeo legend risks it all to save his grandson. Facing his own painful past and the fears of his family, he enters a high-stakes bull-riding competition as the oldest contestant ever. Along the way, he reconciles old wounds with his estranged daughter and proves that true courage is found in the fight for family.

THE LAST RODEO was directed by Jon Avnet, P.G.A., written by Avnet, Neal McDonough, and Derek Presley, and stars McDonough, Christopher McDonald, Sarah Jones, and Mykelti Williamson.

Trailer for THE LAST RODEO HERE: 

SKETCH - In theaters August 6, 2025.

Still reeling from the unexpected loss of his wife, a single dad navigates uncharted territory when his daughter’s comically dark, scribbled drawings begin to come to life and wreak havoc on their small town.

SKETCH stars Tony Hale, D’Arcy Carden, Biana Belle, Kue Lawrence, and Kalen Cox, and was written and directed by Seth Worley.

SKETCH Trailer HERE:

TRUTH & TREASON - In theaters October 17, 2025

Helmuth Hüebener, a 16-year-old boy, forms a resistance group with his friends Karl and Rudi after witnessing the arrest of his Jewish friends by Nazis. Their brave actions lead them to face trial in Nazi Germany.

Originally announced as the episodic series Truth & Conviction, TRUTH & TREASON stars Rupert Evans, Ewan Horrocks, Ferdinand McKay, Daf Thomas, and Sean Mahon, and directed by Matt Whitaker and written by Whitaker and Ethan Vincent.

TRUTH & TREASON First Look Video HERE 

ZERO A.D. -  In theaters December 19, 2025

Originally announced using the working title of Bethlehem, ZERO A.D. is the most ambitious film Angel Studios has ever released—an epic that demands to be experienced on the big screen.

Before kings and empires feared him, a tyrant sought to erase him.

A newborn child ignites a prophetic war. A ruthless prince seeks to crush the prophecy that threatens his father’s rule.  And an unlikely mother is forced into the center of a battle between power and destiny.  This is the untold origin of a revolution—where faith is tested, courage is forged, and the forces of darkness fight to extinguish the light.

ZERO A.D. is directed by Alejandro Monteverde, and stars Deva Cassel, Sam Worthington, and Ben Mendelsohn, with Gael García Bernal, and Jim Caviezel.

ZERO A.D. First Look Trailer HERE

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Angel Studios Press Room HERE

SKETCH key art HERE

ZERO A.D. key art HERE

About Angel: Angel is a values-based distribution company for stories that amplify light to mainstream audiences. Through the Angel Guild, over 1,000,000 paying members from more than 170 different countries help decide what film and television projects the studio will market and distribute. Learn more at Angel.com

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