


Film · Released
Heaven Can Wait
“Joe Pendleton... the only guy who ever raised Hell about going to Heaven.”
Heaven Can Wait at a glance
Heaven Can Wait is a 1978 fantasy and comedy film, running 1h 41m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video.
Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1978-06-28
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Genres
- Fantasy, Comedy, Romance
- Director
- Buck Henry
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.7 / 10 · 462 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmJoe Pendleton is a quarterback preparing to lead his team to the superbowl when he is almost killed in an accident. An overanxious angel plucks him to heaven only to discover that he wasn't ready to die, and that his body has been cremated. A new body must be found, and that of a recently-murdered millionaire is chosen. His wife and accountant—the murderers—are confused by this development, as he buys the L.A. Rams in order to once again quarterback them into the Superbowl.
Cast
14 names
Warren BeattyJoe Pendleton
Julie ChristieBetty Logan
James MasonMr. Jordan
Jack WardenMax Corkle
Charles GrodinTony Abbott
Dyan CannonJulia Farnsworth
Buck HenryThe Escort
Vincent GardeniaKrim
Joseph MaherSisk
Hamilton CampBentley
Arthur MaletEverett
Stephanie FaracyCorinne
Jeannie LineroLaviniaQuestions about Heaven Can Wait
Quick answersWhere can I watch Heaven Can Wait in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Heaven Can Wait is listed on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Heaven Can Wait suitable for children?
Heaven Can Wait is rated PG in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is Heaven Can Wait about?
Joe Pendleton is a quarterback preparing to lead his team to the superbowl when he is almost killed in an accident. An overanxious angel plucks him to heaven only to discover that he wasn't ready to die, and that his body has been cremated. A new body must be found, and that of a recently-murdered millionaire is…
How long is Heaven Can Wait?
Heaven Can Wait runs for 1h 41m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Heaven Can Wait trailer?
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