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Dear God

1996Movie1 h 52 minPG

30
BadGoodWatch score

A wholesome, hopeful comedy movie about everyday modern life and faith and meaning.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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Story

Many people write to God. Somebody is answering.

A judge gives con-man Tom Turner a choice—a jail sentence, or a year of honest work. But when he gets a job in the U.S. Post Office's dead letter office, he starts a Good Samaritan con by answering letters written to God. His seemingly virtuous work inspires his co-workers to do the same, but their good deeds are frowned upon by the postmaster general—and the cops.

Feels like

  • Feel-Good Comedy
  • Good Samaritan Theme
  • Spiritual Elements
  • Lighthearted
  • Heartwarming
  • Social Commentary
  • Character-Driven
  • Community
  • Redemption

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Garry Marshall
Produced by
Steve Tisch

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Facts

November 1, 1996 · 1 h 52 min · PG

Released
November 1, 1996
Runtime
1 h 52 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English
Also spoken
Italian
Made in
United States
Budget
$22 million
Available in
26 countries

Tropes

Con Man, Cool and Unusual Punishment, Disproportionate Retribution +8

  • Con Man
  • Cool and Unusual Punishment
  • Disproportionate Retribution
  • Unwanted Rescue
  • Waving Signs Around
  • Laser-Guided Karma
  • Ungrateful Townsfolk
  • Interrupted Suicide
  • Going Postal
  • Schmuck Bait
  • Bunny-Ears Lawyer

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Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Dear God?"

Questions about Dear God

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Where can I stream Dear God?

In the United States, Dear God is free with ads on Hoopla. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 15 other countries.

Is Dear God worth watching?

30
BadGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 30 (IMDb 5.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 15%). Audiences rate it higher (42 out of 100) than critics (15).

Is Dear God okay for kids?

PG

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will Dear God make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly situational comedy (7 of 10) and sharp wit (5 of 10).