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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. Read More Read Less

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I Can Only Imagine's message will have the most impact among Christian audiences, but overall, its performances and storytelling represent a notable evolution in faith-based cinema.

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I Can Only Imagine (2018) | Rotten Tomatoes (1) Leslie Felperin Guardian [A] slickly assembled tale of redemption and reconciliation. Rated: 2/5 Aug 8, 2018 Full Review I Can Only Imagine (2018) | Rotten Tomatoes (2) David Ehrlich indieWire Art can be affirmation, but affirmation cannot be art. Rated: C- Mar 21, 2018 Full Review I Can Only Imagine (2018) | Rotten Tomatoes (3) Peter Debruge Variety The movie works for the same reason the song does: It lightens the burden of the pain people are shouldering today, and gives them something to look forward to. Mar 18, 2018 Full Review I Can Only Imagine (2018) | Rotten Tomatoes (4) Hosea Rupprecht Pauline Center for Media Studies Fortunately, this trend in faith-based filmmaking seems to be shifting to a more real, lived faith. I Can Only Imagine is a good example of this shift... Aug 24, 2021 Full Review I Can Only Imagine (2018) | Rotten Tomatoes (5) Matt Brunson Film Frenzy An inspirational drama that, unlike most faith-based endeavors, at least looks like a real movie rather than something even Ed Wood would have rejected. Rated: 2.5/4 Aug 10, 2021 Full Review I Can Only Imagine (2018) | Rotten Tomatoes (6) Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com This is exactly what a faith-based film should be. Rated: 3.5/4.0 Sep 11, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Mario V Dennis Quaid was great! A good story line & plot. I definitely recommend it Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/05/24 Full Review Kul S I have always loved the song!J. Michael Finley had a solid performance as Bart Millard. Dennis Quaid's Arthur Millard in the flash back scenes was played so real i hated the character. Nicole DuPort as Amy Grant was stellar and makes me want to watch a whole movie with her as the lead playing Amy Grant.Really, though I understand showing the abuse, the flash back scenes are hard to watch. Pulled me out of the movie. The story was good. Had the setup and the struggle, the lose and the redemption. I wanted to root for Bart, but because this was a Bio flick, i already knew he succeeded, it made me not feel the possible worry of failure throughout.I would recommend watching this when you want to watch a movie with a feel good ending. Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 06/06/24 Full Review Walt S Terrific movie!Worth while spending time with this show.Plus great acting Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/23/24 Full Review Audience Member One of the best inspiring documentaries I’ve seen. A tale of tragedy (Mother leaving, abusive father) turned into triumph. The power of Christ can transform Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/28/24 Full Review Joshua H Just seen the the movie for the first time and man I don't think I've got the words. This is Christian Media at its finest, it's so powerful and emotional and yes let's just say I had something in eye's a few times. I mean obviously as Christian I'm biased but this is just fantastic. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/19/24 Full Review SkyRo P #ICanOnlyImagineThis movie moved me to tears from start to finish. Bart Millard's journey in MercyMe Music resonated deeply with me, reflecting my own childhood experiences. The emotional impact of the film is profound, tugging at the heartstrings in various ways.Bart Millard's story in "I Can Only Imagine" serves as a powerful reminder that anything is achievable if you persevere and stay true to your dreams. The movie beautifully portrays the message that despite obstacles, one can carve their own path to success. It emphasizes the importance of resilience and staying focused, even when faced with unexpected challenges.Dreams are portrayed as a challenging yet worthwhile pursuit in the film, offering a glimpse into the complexities of pursuing one's passions. The emotional depth of the movie is intense, so be prepared for a rollercoaster of feelings. The film provides an eye-opening experience, underscored by phenomenal music and a beautifully crafted storyline that is worth revisiting.While I could watch "I Can Only Imagine" repeatedly for its powerful storytelling, I find myself holding back due to its emotional intensity. This movie is truly incredible and leaves a lasting impact that resonates long after the credits roll. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/10/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Andrew Erwin Director Jon Erwin Director John Michael Finley Bart Madeline Carroll Shannon Dennis Quaid Arthur Trace Adkins Brickell
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Synopsis 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.

Director
Andrew Erwin, Jon Erwin

Producer
Kevin Downes, Cindy Bond, Daryl C. Lefever, Mickey Liddell, Pete Shilaimon

Screenwriter
Jon Erwin, Brent McCorkle

Distributor
Roadside Attractions, Lionsgate Films

Production Co
Kevin Downes, Mission Pictures International, city on a hill productions

Rating
PG (Thematic Elements|Some Violence)

Genre
Biography, Drama, Music

Original Language
English

Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 16, 2018, Wide

Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 5, 2018

Box Office (Gross USA)
$83.5M

Runtime
1h 50m

Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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