The Kennedy Center opened June with sold‑out screenings of The King of Kings, an animated faith‑based film that debuted on June 1.
Both shows, featuring a full prayer wall, reflect a renewed focus on family-friendly, values-centered programming.
Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!
Ambassador Richard Grenell, Kennedy Center president, praised the event as “the perfect family experience,” confirming plans for more content in this vein. Jordan Harmon of Angel Studios highlighted the success as a win for faith, family and uplifting storytelling—remarking that audiences will support “stories that matter.”
As of May 22, The King of Kings grossed $66.9 million globally, becoming one of the highest‑earning Bible-based animated films ever. The Kennedy Center screening, offered free with popcorn, drew attendees across ages and backgrounds. The center added a second showing due to rapid ticket demand.
Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!
Under new leadership appointed by President Trump, the Kennedy Center continues to pivot toward traditional, faith-affirming content following criticism of prior “woke” programming. Grenell previously pledged to elevate family-oriented offerings while moving away from content seen as culturally divisive.
This article originally appeared on American Faith, and is reposted with permission.
