Heaven Is for Real.

Name: Heaven Is for Real
Genre: Drama, Family
Released: 2014-04-16
Duration: 99 min
Cast: Greg Kinnear, Kelly Reilly, Connor Corum, Margo Martindale, Jacob Vargas

A child's story tests their faith.

After surviving a medical emergency, a young boy describes an experience of heaven. His pastor father struggles to understand the account while his family and community debate what it means for their beliefs.

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Why it’s a little special

A faith-centered drama that invites discussion about listening to children, doubt, grief, and religious experience.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

A child's serious illness, surgery, references to miscarriage and death, and explicitly Christian beliefs.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Randall Wallace
Starring: Greg Kinnear, Kelly Reilly, Connor Corum, Margo Martindale, Jacob Vargas, Thomas Haden Church, Lane Styles, Thanya Romero, Danso Gordon, Rob Moran, Nancy Sorel, Darcy Fehr
Written by: Randall Wallace, Chris Parker
Produced by: Joe Roth, T. D. Jakes, Sue Baden-Powell, Sam Mercer, Derrick Williams
Release date: April 16, 2014
Runtime: 99 minutes
Genre: Drama, Family
Studio: Columbia Pictures; Roth Films; T.D. Jakes Production
Language: English

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