Father Stu

2022·Movie
2h 4min·PG-13
68
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.5Metacritic756.5Rotten Tomatoes42%90%

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Big heart, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle5
  • Tension4

Heart

Uplifting and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Wholesome8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, faith and meaning, and a real life story

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

God wanted a fighter… and He found one.

The true-life story of boxer-turned-priest. When an injury ends his amateur boxing career, Stuart Long moves to Los Angeles to find money and fame. While scraping by as a supermarket clerk, he meets Carmen, a Sunday school teacher who seems immune to his bad-boy charm. Determined to win her over, the longtime agnostic starts going to church to impress her. However, a motorcycle accident leaves him wondering if he can use his second chance to help others, leading to the surprising realization that he's meant to be a Catholic priest.
Faith-BasedBiographical DramaRedemption StoryWorking-Class ProtagonistInspirationalBased on a True StoryLate BloomerOvercoming AdversityFeel-Good

Crew

Directed by:
Phil DeSanti, Rosalind Ross
Written by:
Rosalind Ross
Produced by:
Mark Wahlberg, Colleen Camp, Miky Lee
Composed by:
Craig Mann, Tim Gomillion, Jacob Flack

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Father Stu legally?

HuluPrimefuboTVHBO MaxYouTube TVFXNow

Father Stu is included with a subscription to Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on FXNow. 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 Father Stu worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 42%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Father Stu rated?

PG-13Strong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Father Stu?

2 h 4 min

Father Stu runs 2 h 4 min.

Is Father Stu based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Father Stu?

Critics59
Audiences73

Not quite. Audiences rate Father Stu higher (73) than critics (59). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Father Stu a box office hit?

Budget$4 million
Box office$22 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $22 million worldwide, 5.4 times its budget.

What language is Father Stu in?

EnglishPortuguese

It was made in English, with some Portuguese. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Father Stu?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Father Stu in 107 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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