
Heaven Can Wait
He believed in Love… Honor… and Obey – That Impulse!
Directed by Ernst Lubitsch
Produced by 20th Century Fox
A witty, whimsical fantasy-comedy that uses the afterlife as a stage for examining a marriage and a life lived with charm, indiscretion, and ultimately, affection.
Spoiled playboy Henry van Cleve dies and arrives at the entrance to Hell, a final destination he is sure he deserves after living a life of profligacy. The devil, however, isn't so sure Henry meets Hell's standards. Convinced he is where he belongs, Henry recounts his life's deeds, both good and bad, including an act of indiscretion during his 25-year marriage to his wife, Martha, with the hope that "His Excellency" will arrive at the proper judgment.
Questions people ask
Is Heaven Can Wait violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.
Is Heaven Can Wait easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 77% of films.
Is Heaven Can Wait scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Does Heaven Can Wait end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.
Is Heaven Can Wait sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
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