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I Heard the Bells

2022·Movie
1h 46min·NR
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes–97%
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes–97%

I Heard the Bells fingerprint

Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, a real life story, and faith and meaning

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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About

The inspiring true story behind the beloved Christmas carol.

Known as America’s Poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow leads an idyllic life – until the day his world is shattered by tragedy. With a nation divided by Civil War and his family torn apart, Henry puts down his pen, silenced by grief. But it’s the sound of Christmas morning that reignites the poet’s lost voice as he discovers the resounding hope of rekindled faith.
Biographical DramaHistorical GriefSpiritual RedemptionAmerican Civil War EraPoetic & ReflectiveFamily TragedyOvercoming AdversityHopeful & UpliftingCharacter Study

Crew

Directed by:
Joshua Enck, Nathaniel Deen, Jordan Velez
Written by:
Joshua Enck
Produced by:
Josh Muffley, Nathaniel Deen
Composed by:
Kevin Peters, Jeremy S. Bloom, Alexander Sanikidze

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about I Heard the Bells

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream I Heard the Bells legally?

Fandango at Home FreePure FlixFawesomeGreat American Pure FlixTubi TV

I Heard the Bells is included with a subscription to Pure Flix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is I Heard the Bells worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is I Heard the Bells rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is I Heard the Bells?

1 h 46 min

I Heard the Bells runs 1 h 46 min.

Is I Heard the Bells based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is I Heard the Bells in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch I Heard the Bells?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for I Heard the Bells in 123 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.