The Better Angels
2014, English. Directed by A.J. Edwards.
At an isolated log cabin in the harsh wilderness of Indiana circa 1817, the rhythms of love, tragedy, and the daily hardships of life on the developing frontier shaped one of our nation’s greatest heroes: Abraham Lincoln. Abe is a thoughtful and quiet boy who spends his days at the side of his beloved mother while learning to work the land from his stern father. When illness takes his mother, Abe's new guardian angel comes in the form of his new stepmother, who sees the potential in the boy and pushes for his further education.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- A.J. EdwardsDirector
- Diane KrugerSarah Lincoln
- Jason ClarkeTom Lincoln
- Brit MarlingNancy Lincoln
- Wes BentleyMr. Crawford
- Braydon DenneyAbraham Lincoln
- Cameron Mitchell WilliamsDennis
- McKenzie BlankenshipSally
- Ryan McFallJohnny
- Madison StiltnerMatilda
- Bruce BayardOncle Samuel
- Veanne CoxTante Elizabeth
- Robert Vincent SmithRévérend Elkins
Details
- Released
- 18 January 2014
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- A.J. Edwards
- Box office
- $71K
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The Better Angels: quick answers
Is The Better Angels worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Better Angels?
The Better Angels runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does The Better Angels have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Better Angels. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Better Angels parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Better Angels yet.
Which OTT platform is The Better Angels on?
The Better Angels isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 18 January 2014. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Better Angels?
If you liked The Better Angels, try Young Mr. Lincoln, The Prisoner of Shark Island, The Miracle Worker.
Who directed The Better Angels?
The Better Angels (2014) was directed by A.J. Edwards and stars Diane Kruger, Jason Clarke, Brit Marling.