King David Season 1 Episode 20 Episode 20 ( Air Date 2012-02-29 ) Genre Drama, War & Politics category. Overview "Our story begins in Bethlehem, an Israelite territory, in the year 1045 B.C. David is 10 years old and is preparing to herd his father Jesse’s flock of sheep. Being the youngest of seven brothers, David is tasked with being the household servant. He’s been relegated beneath his brothers because they all have the honor of being brave warriors for King Saul.".