
I Can Only Imagine
The song you know. The story you don't.
Directed by Jon Erwin, Andrew Erwin
Produced by Kevin Downes Productions, Mission Pictures International
A faith-centered biographical drama about familial reconciliation and redemption, built on the true story behind a contemporary Christian hit song.
Growing up in Greenville, Texas, Bart Millard suffers physical and emotional abuse at the hands of his father, Arthur. When Arthur becomes terminally ill, he finds redemption by embracing his faith and rediscovering his love for his son. Years later, Bart's troubled childhood and mended relationship with his dad inspires him to write the hit song "I Can Only Imagine" as singer of the Christian band MercyMe.
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Does I Can Only Imagine end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 97% of films.
Is I Can Only Imagine easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Is I Can Only Imagine scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is I Can Only Imagine sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is I Can Only Imagine violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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There is almost nothing else like this.
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Like I Can Only Imagine
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like I Can Only Imagine, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like I Can Only Imagine, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like I Can Only Imagine, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































