King Silas Benjamin came to power in a mythical battle against the rival neighbor republic of Gath, capitalizing brilliantly and ruthlessly on his near-godly image. Farm-boy David Shepherd performs as well, saving Silas's crown prince in another epic battle, but is too noble and naive to aspire personal benefit rather then devoutly serve king and country. Nevertheless, after Silas decides to abuse David's legend, the hero is drawn into palace intrigues culminating into coup plans against Silas.

Kings is a very loose modern adaptation of the biblical story of King David. It's basically a political drama, but with strong religious/mythical themes. Fortunately it doesn't come across at all moralizing, in fact presenting the viewer with some very gray morality. The characters and the royal family intrigues are pretty captivating, and even though some things can come across as heavy-handed or unlikely, because of the biblical context is somehow works out.

It's only a season (13 episodes) long, because it got cancelled. I'd say it's a worthwhile watch, despite the premature ending.

It kept me up until 6am, though I don't know if that says something about it or about me.