A new Biblical epic
From the Kooman Brothers
Starring Mena Massoud (Aladdin)
& Elijah Alexander (The Chosen)
SEPTEMBER 18 | ONLY IN THEATERS
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Music from and inspired by the motion picture Daniel and the Fiery Furnace.
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The Story of Daniel
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Stand for Truth
A 3-day Bible reading plan from The Kooman Brothers on YouVersion. Stand firm in faith like Daniel and his friends.
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Faith & Film Study Guide
A downloadable study guide connecting the themes of the film to Scripture. Perfect for small groups and Bible studies.
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Daniel Sermon Series
A 4-part sermon series inspired by the film and Daniel Chapters 1-3. Follow Daniel and Jeremiah on their journey of faith.
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Behind the Scenes
Exclusive interviews from the set of Daniel. Learn how The Kooman Brothers brought it to life.
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Praise for Daniel
Faith leaders and film lovers alike are already moved by the story of Daniel.
“Daniel brought the Scriptures to life in a way our entire congregation felt. A visually stunning, deeply faithful film that will stir hearts for years to come.”
Pastor James Whitfield
Senior Pastor, Cornerstone Church
“Every frame is breathtaking. Our small group left the screening in awe, and we talked about it for days afterward.”
Maria Delgado
Small Group Leader
“I wept through half of it. Seeing Daniel stand firm in his faith reminded me why I trust the Lord even in the hardest seasons. I'm bringing my family back.”
Rebecca Lawson
Churchgoer & Mother of Three
The people behind the story
Cast & Creators
Mena Massoud
Daniel (also Producer)
Mena Massoud rose to global fame starring as Aladdin in Disney's 2019 live-action blockbuster, grossing over $1 billion worldwide. In Daniel, he takes on the title role — a young man of unshakeable faith navigating exile in Babylon — and also joins as a producer on the film.
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Elijah Alexander
King Nebuchadnezzar
Best known for his multi-season role in The Chosen, Elijah Alexander brings gravitas to King Nebuchadnezzar — the most powerful ruler in the ancient world, whose encounter with Daniel's God shakes the foundations of his empire.
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Daniel Kooman
Writer, Director & Producer
A multi-award winner for best director and best picture at international film festivals, Daniel co-founded Unveil Studios and has documented stories across 30+ countries. He now brings the ancient world of Babylon to life with Daniel.
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Matthew Kooman
Writer, Director & Producer
Matthew Kooman is a director and editor best known for She Has A Name (2016), a gripping political thriller that earned international recognition. He co-leads Unveil Studios, driven by a passion for story-first filmmaking.
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Travis Mann
Producer
President of Cobalt Pictures, Travis Mann executive produced I Can Only Imagine (2018) — one of the highest-grossing faith-based indie films ever with an $83M domestic run — and Reagan (2024). He brings global distribution expertise to Daniel.
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Roberto Zenca
Jeremiah
An Italian-Australian actor who trained in Rome and has worked across film, theatre, and television internationally. He brings gravitas and historical authenticity to Jeremiah in Daniel.
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Sunjay Midda
Shadrach
A British actor best known for a long-running role in BBC One's Doctors (93 episodes). He steps into the role of Shadrach — one of Daniel's three companions who refuses to bow to Nebuchadnezzar's golden statue.
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Adam Lahraoui
Meshach
A London-based actor who appeared in Netflix's Top Boy and With Love, Marilyn (2025). In Daniel, he portrays Meshach — the second of Daniel's three companions who faces the fiery furnace.
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Zaki Ali
Abednego
A British actor whose profile has surged with a wave of 2025–2026 film and stage projects. He plays Abednego — the third Hebrew to stand in the face of the flames in the fiery furnace.
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Sophia Decaro
Susanna
A British actress who made her international screen debut in Daniel after West End theatre work including Herons at the Lyric Hammersmith. She also appeared in BBC's Casualty and the feature I'll Find You (2019).
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