
Leap of Faith
Real miracles, sensibly priced.
Directed by Richard Pearce
Produced by Paramount Pictures
A comedic examination of religious fraud and hypocrisy that balances satire with genuine questions about faith, redemption, and small-town vulnerability.
Jonas Nightengale is a fraudulent Christian faith healer who makes a living travelling around America holding revival meetings and conducting 'miracles' with the help of his friend and manager, Jane, and their entourage.
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Questions people ask
Is Leap of Faith one of a kind? Yes. More singular than 86% of films.
Is Leap of Faith violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is Leap of Faith sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Is Leap of Faith easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is Leap of Faith scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Does Leap of Faith end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Like Leap of Faith
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Leap of Faith
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Leap of Faith, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Leap of Faith, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Leap of Faith, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.




























































