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The Heavenly Kid

1985·Movie
1h 30min·PG-13

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A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Coming of Age8

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor4

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and pop culture

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Thou shalt be cool!

After dying in a car crash, Bobby Fantana is forced to pay for his misdeeds by becoming someone's guardian angel. He reluctantly agrees to watch over awkward high schooler Lenny Barnes, teaching him how to be cool and confident. As Bobby teaches Lenny, the two form a close bond.
Teen ComedyGuardian Angel1980s NostalgiaComing-of-AgeRomantic FantasySpiritual JourneyPop Culture ReferencesWholesome FunFeel-Good Movie

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Heavenly Kid

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Where can I stream The Heavenly Kid legally?

The Heavenly Kid is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Heavenly Kid worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 30%, and Metacritic 30). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Heavenly Kid rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is The Heavenly Kid?

1 h 30 min

The Heavenly Kid runs 1 h 30 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Heavenly Kid?

Critics30
Audiences65

Not quite. Audiences rate The Heavenly Kid higher (65) than critics (30). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Heavenly Kid in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Heavenly Kid?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Heavenly Kid in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Heavenly Kid use?

Afterlife AntechamberAfterlife ExpressAuto EroticaBarred from the AfterlifeBrainless BeautyThe BullyCaptain ObviousCharacter CatchphraseCostume-Test MontageThe DragonOh, Crap!Shout-Outand 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for The Heavenly Kid, including Afterlife Antechamber, Afterlife Express, Auto Erotica.