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Sister Act 1992

“No booze. No sex. No drugs. No way.”

★ 6.8/10 · 3,477 votes PG MusicComedy Released
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What is Sister Act?

Sister Act is a 1992 film centered on a lounge singer who must adjust to a new environment under unusual circumstances. The story begins when Deloris, a lively performer, witnesses her mobster boyfriend commit a murder.

Type
Film
Year
1992
Status
Released
Runtime
100 minutes
Release date
May 28, 1992
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Touchstone Pictures, Touchwood Pacific Partners 1
Budget
$31,000,000
Revenue
$231,605,150
Genres
Music, Comedy
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Sister Act is a 1992 film centered on a lounge singer who must adjust to a new environment under unusual circumstances. The story begins when Deloris, a lively performer, witnesses her mobster boyfriend commit a murder. To ensure her safety, she is relocated by authorities and placed into a witness protection program. Her new assignment requires her to live in a California convent while disguised as a nun. This transition forces her to adapt to the disciplined lifestyle of the religious order. As she integrates into the community, her presence begins to influence the quiet lives of the resident sisters. The film explores the friction and eventual transformation that occurs as the singer attempts to maintain her cover while navigating her new surroundings. The narrative focuses on the clash between her vibrant personality and the traditional expectations of the convent. Throughout the process, the protagonist must balance the necessity of her protection with the challenge of fitting into a setting that is vastly different from her former life.

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Should you watch it?

“A lounge singer hides in a convent, turning solemn sisters into a lively choir.”

Reasons to watch
  • Energetic musical numbers
  • Humorous clash of secular and sacred worlds
Keep in mind
  • PG rating limits mature content

Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted musical comedies about unlikely heroes.

The film is a family-friendly PG comedy with no explicit booze, sex, or drug content.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Deloris do for a living?

Deloris is a lively lounge singer.

Why is Deloris placed in a convent?

She is relocated for protection after witnessing her mobster boyfriend commit murder.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is a music and comedy film.

What is the film’s rating?

The movie is rated PG.

When was the film released in the United States?

It was released on May 28, 1992.