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Heaven Can Wait

6.719781h 41mPGMovieFantasyComedyRomance

Joe Pendleton is a quarterback preparing to lead his team to the superbowl when he is almost killed in an accident. An overanxious angel plucks him to heaven only to discover that he wasn't ready to die, and that his body has been…

DirectorsBuck Henry·Warren Beatty
WritersElaine May·Warren Beatty
ProducersWarren Beatty·Hawk Koch

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Cast · Directed by Buck Henry

WBWarren Beatty
Warren Beatty
Joe Pendleton
JCJulie Christie
Julie Christie
Betty Logan
JMJames Mason
James Mason
Mr. Jordan
JWJack Warden
Jack Warden
Max Corkle
CGCharles Grodin
Charles Grodin
Tony Abbott
DCDyan Cannon
Dyan Cannon
Julia Farnsworth
BHBuck Henry
Buck Henry
The Escort
VGVincent Gardenia
Vincent Gardenia
Krim
JMJoseph Maher
Joseph Maher
Sisk
HCHamilton Camp
Hamilton Camp
Bentley
AMArthur Malet
Arthur Malet
Everett
SFStephanie Faracy
Stephanie Faracy
Corinne

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Heaven Can Wait — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Heaven Can Wait?

Heaven Can Wait is streaming on MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Heaven Can Wait on Netflix?

No, Heaven Can Wait is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and Hoopla.

Is Heaven Can Wait on Amazon Prime Video?

Heaven Can Wait isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Heaven Can Wait for free?

Heaven Can Wait is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.