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Heaven Can Wait 1978

“Joe Pendleton... the only guy who ever raised Hell about going to Heaven.”

★ 6.6/10 PG FantasyComedyRomance Released
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What is Heaven Can Wait?

Heaven Can Wait is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Fantasy, Comedy, Romance.

Type
Film
Year
1978
Status
Released
Runtime
101 minutes
Release date
Jun 28, 1978
Studios
Paramount Pictures
Genres
Fantasy, Comedy, Romance
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81 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.6/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.5/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Fantasy #Comedy #Romance

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Heaven Can Wait is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Fantasy, Comedy, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“An overanxious angel mistakenly plucks a quarterback to heaven before his time.”

Reasons to watch
  • Unique premise involving an angel and a football player
  • Engaging blend of fantasy and sports comedy
Keep in mind
  • The protagonist's body is cremated before he can return to it
  • Involves a murder plot by a wife and accountant

Watch it if you want to see a quarterback return in a murdered millionaire's body to reach the Super Bowl.

The film deals with themes of death, angels, and a murder plot in a fantasy comedy-drama tone.

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When was Heaven Can Wait released?

The film was released in the US on 06/28/1978.

What is the runtime of the film?

The runtime is 1 hour and 41 minutes.

Who directed Heaven Can Wait?

The film was directed by Warren Beatty and Buck Henry.

What genres does the film belong to?

It is classified under fantasy, comedy, romance, and drama.

Who plays the protagonist Joe Pendleton?

Joe Pendleton is played by Warren Beatty.

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