Heaven Can Wait
1978, English. Directed by Buck Henry & Warren Beatty.
Joe Pendleton... the only guy who ever raised Hell about going to Heaven.
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 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.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 465 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Heaven Can Wait isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Buck HenryDirector
- Warren BeattyDirector
- 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
Details
- Released
- 28 June 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Elaine May, Warren Beatty
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $99M
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What Heaven Can Wait is based on
Heaven Can Wait is based on Here Comes Mr. Jordan, a 1941 film.
Film · 1941
Here Comes Mr. Jordan
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Heaven Can Wait: quick answers
Is Heaven Can Wait worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 465 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Heaven Can Wait?
Heaven Can Wait runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Heaven Can Wait have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Heaven Can Wait. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Heaven Can Wait parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Heaven Can Wait is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Heaven Can Wait on?
Heaven Can Wait isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Heaven Can Wait?
If you liked Heaven Can Wait, try Date with an Angel, Just Like Heaven, Two of a Kind.
Who directed Heaven Can Wait?
Heaven Can Wait (1978) was directed by Buck Henry and Warren Beatty and stars Warren Beatty, Julie Christie, James Mason.
What is Heaven Can Wait based on?
Heaven Can Wait is based on Here Comes Mr. Jordan, a 1941 film.