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On a Wing and a Prayer

2023·Movie
1h 42min·PG
IMDb5.5Metacritic193.9Rotten Tomatoes16%55%

Where to watch

PrimeAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsAmazon MX Player

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High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Uplifting and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Family, everyday modern life, and a real life story

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Based on the incredible true story.

After their pilot dies unexpectedly mid-flight, passenger Doug White must safely land a plane and save his entire family from insurmountable danger.
Inspirational DramaBased on True StoryFamily SurvivalMid-Air CrisisFaith and CourageSuspensefulEmotional JourneyTriumph Over AdversityRedemptive

Crew

Directed by:
Sean McNamara
Written by:
Brian Egeston
Produced by:
Roma Downey, Mark Burnett, Marco Henry
Composed by:
Brandon Roberts

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream On a Wing and a Prayer legally?

PrimeAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsAmazon MX Player

On a Wing and a Prayer is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Amazon MX Player. 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 On a Wing and a Prayer worth watching?

34
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Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35/100 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 16%, and Metacritic 19). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is On a Wing and a Prayer rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is On a Wing and a Prayer?

1 h 42 min

On a Wing and a Prayer runs 1 h 42 min.

Is On a Wing and a Prayer based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on On a Wing and a Prayer?

Critics18
Audiences50

Not quite. Audiences rate On a Wing and a Prayer higher (50) than critics (18). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is On a Wing and a Prayer in?

EnglishSpanish

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

In how many countries can I watch On a Wing and a Prayer?

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