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Michael Iskander of ‘House of David’: Behind the scenes of faith-fueled epic | One Nation Under God
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31:28Now PlayingIn this powerful episode of “One Nation Under God,” we sit down with Michael Iskander, one of the breakout stars of Wonder Project and Prime Video’s “House of David.” Iskander opens up about his journey from discovering acting to landing his pivotal role in the hit biblical series.
Season Two of House of David is currently available exclusively on Wonder Project’s subscription offering on Prime Video in the U.S.
He shares the surprising story of how he first felt called to perform, the mentors who shaped his early career and the moment he realized faith-driven storytelling was his mission. Iskander also speaks candidly about his conversion to Catholicism, walking us through the personal experiences, questions and spiritual encounters that led him to the Church.
Iskander explores how his faith now shapes his creative work, why “House of David” became such a meaningful project for him and the behind-the-scenes moments that brought the series to life. He reflects on the growing appetite for faith-based content, the responsibility of portraying sacred stories and the role of media in shaping hearts and culture.
Finally, Iskander reveals what’s next - his hopes for future projects, the stories he’s most passionate about telling and how he sees God working in his artistic path.
This is a deep, inspiring conversation for anyone who loves “House of David,” is curious about faith journeys or wants to understand the heart behind one of faith media’s rising talents.
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