Kings is a drama on NBC that is set in the modern day and is based on the biblical story of King David.  The series takes place the fictional metropolis of Shiloh, a city under siege that is constantly at war.  When a young soldier, David Shepard (Christopher Egan), rescues the King's (Ian McShane) son from enemy territory, he sets in motion the events that eventually bring peace.

David is then thrust into the limelight where he even earns the favor of the King's daughter.  David is promoted to captain and quickly becomes a poster boy for hope.  From there, David must survive as both his allies and enemies try to see him fail.