17 Most Exciting New TV Shows You Need To Watch This Fall

By James Hunt /

17. Of Kings and Prophets

Biblical epics haven€™t fared particularly well of late, neither on TV (A.D.: The Bible Continues) nor film (Noah; Exodus: Gods and Kings), but that isn€™t going to stop them from trying. The latest effort is Of Kings and Prophets, which will be based on the Books of Samuel. It will follow Saul, the King of Israel (set to be played by Ray Winstone), his family and his rivals, it€™s described as €œan epic Biblical saga of faith, ambition and betrayal as told through the eyes of a battle-weary king, a powerful and resentful prophet and a resourceful young shepherd on a collision course with destiny.€ It€™s stuff that€™s been done before, but this one promises a fair bit more political intrigue, as well as sex and violence, which should help it stand apart. https://youtu.be/WNaclDZEn_U