Heaven Can Wait

1943 · 112 min · EN · NR · 6.9 (198 votes)

Dir. Ernst Lubitsch · Starring Don Ameche, Gene Tierney, Charles Coburn, Marjorie Main, Laird Cregar, Spring Byington · Music Cyril J. Mockridge

“He believed in Love… Honor… and Obey – That Impulse!”

FantasyDramaComedyRomance

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.

VIBE

A charmingly witty and romantic journey through life's missteps. It's a delightful, lighthearted romp with a touch of the fantastical, exploring love and second chances with a classic Hollywood sparkle.

wittycharmingwhimsicalromanticlightheartedsteadyscrewball comedyclassic Hollywoodfantasy romancelovesecond chancesredemptionmortality

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