Anyone watching the new series call ed KIngs. It's a modern day take on the bibilical story of David. Very racy, unlikely to please fundies. Here are quotes from wikipedia.com
Kings is a television drama series airing on NBC and Citytv, based on the Biblical story of King David in a kingdom that resembles present-day United States. March 15 premiere placed 4th in network television ratings for that evening, with 6.47 million viewers
Christopher Egan as David Shepherd, a counterpart to the Biblical David. [3][4] David is an idealistic young soldier who finds himself in the unfamiliar world of court intrigue.
Ian McShane as King Silas Benjamin, a counterpart to the biblical King Saul.[3][4] Silas has united the kingdom of Gilboa and built its capital city, Shiloh, but now fears that God has forsaken him.
Susanna Thompson as Queen Rose Benjamin, wife to King Silas. The Queen claims to abhor politics, but manipulates court life from behind the scenes.
Allison Miller as Princess Michelle Benjamin, a counterpart to the biblical Michal.[4] Silas' daughter and crusader for improving the kingdom's health care system, Michelle finds herself drawn towards David.
Sebastian Stan as Prince Jack Benjamin, a counterpart to the biblical Jonathan.[4][5] Jack is Silas's ambitious and frustrated son, who initially sees David as a rival at court. Jack plays the role of a dissolute, womanizing rake in front of the kingdom's press, but is secretly homosexual. The king is aware that Jack is gay, and has challenged him to restrain his desires if he wishes to become king.
Eamonn Walker as Rev. Ephram Samuels, a counterpart to the biblical prophet Samuel.[4][6] Reverend Samuels was instrumental in Silas' rise to power, but has recently withdrawn his support from the King (and claims that God has done the same).
I am finding it very interesting but am worried it is not mainstream enough for prome time TV.
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crazyheart
"Sebastian Stan as Prince
Posted on: 03/26/2009 10:34
"Sebastian Stan as Prince Jack Benjamin, a counterpart to the biblical Jonathan.[4][5] Jack is Silas's ambitious and frustrated son, who initially sees David as a rival at court. Jack plays the role of a dissolute, womanizing rake in front of the kingdom's press, but is secretly homosexual. The king is aware that Jack is gay, and has challenged him to restrain his desires if he wishes to become king."
Don't even suggest this or Pan will jump all over this thread. Not suppose to suggest homosexuality and not suppose to ask questions about it.Check out David and Jonathan on religion.. I would be happy to see you visit that thread Alex.