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The Heavenly Kid

PG-1319851h 30mCary Medoway
IMDb 6.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 30% · Metacritic 30

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"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.

FantasyComedyRomance
PurgatoryGuardian AngelCool KidsAimless Youth

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Heavenly Kid (1985) about?

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.

Who stars in The Heavenly Kid?

The Heavenly Kid stars Lewis Smith (Bobby), Jason Gedrick (Lenny), Jane Kaczmarek (Emily), Beau Dremann (McIntyre), Richard Mulligan (Rafferty). The film was directed by Cary Medoway.

How long is The Heavenly Kid?

The Heavenly Kid has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1985. It is rated PG-13.

Is The Heavenly Kid worth watching?

The Heavenly Kid holds an IMDb rating of 6.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 30. Fans of Fantasy, Comedy, Romance are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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