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The Heavenly Kid

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A fearless and suave greaser, Bobby Fantana (Lewis Smith) dies in a drag-racing accident and finds himself in a limbo realm. Advised by a guide named Rafferty (Richard Mulligan), Bobby eventually must go back to Earth and serve as a guardian angel. Bobby's assigned teen is Lenny Barnes (Jason Gedrick), a bright but nerdy kid who is lacking self-confidence and too shy to ask out his dream girl. As Bobby teaches Lenny how to be cool and confident, the two form a close bond.

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Paul Attanasio Washington Post 01/03/2018
Everything about "The Heavenly Kid" is ripped off, from a sprig of music that apes the "Beverly Hills Cop" theme to Gedrick, who was obviously cast because he looks like Tom Cruise, but cheaper. Go to Full Review
Lonita Cook KCTV5 News at 9 08/31/2021
The depth of spirit in this movie comes from good storytelling [and] sincere performances. Go to Full Review
David Nusair Reel Film Reviews 12/07/2005
2/4
...repetitious and surprisingly dull... Go to Full Review
Scott Weinberg DVDTalk.com 11/20/2005
2.5/5
Worthy of attention from only the staunchest of '80s archivists. Go to Full Review
Caffeinated Clint Moviehole 10/22/2005
A gem as memorable as your first attempt at lacing your own shoes. One to be treasured. Go to Full Review
Eric Lurio Greenwich Village Gazette 09/05/2005
0/5
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peter l Sep 22 A forgotten 80s gem full of heart and humor! The Heavenly Kid is one of those movies you might not immediately have on your radar, but it perfectly captures the true spirit of the 80s. The blend of fantasy, coming-of-age, and romantic comedy makes it timelessly charming. The characters are wonderfully crafted: Bobby, the “cool angel,” doesn’t just teach Lenny style and confidence, but also important life lessons. Lenny’s journey from insecure outsider to confident young man is touching and makes the film much more than just another teen comedy. If you love the 80s, enjoy fantasy-romance with humor, and have a soft spot for underdog stories, this film is a must-see. For me, it’s not only a nostalgic trip back to the 80s, but also a true feel-good movie I can rewatch again and again. In short: a small, often overlooked jewel – definitely 5 stars! See more Landon J @Minxsykitty Aug 24 A pretty cool little supernatural movie. Has loads of charm and heart. I especially like the lightheartedness of it's afterlife depiction. A "warm and fuzzy" kind of flick, that's got good pacing and solid retention factor throughout. See more Thomas L Aug 1 This movie has heart and soul. That brings me back to watching it every time. It's sad that it's not streaming much anywhere. Though, it just popped up in my YouTube feed playing for free. See more Jennifer P May 8 As a kid i loved this movie.. Seeing it now just makes me think of the 80s. I personally don't understand why this movie has such bad ratings. If you get a chance to watch it, i recommend it. See more Shane H 03/11/2024 One of the best 80s movies ever! See more bobby a 08/10/2023 An underrated classic of the 80s See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis A fearless and suave greaser, Bobby Fantana (Lewis Smith) dies in a drag-racing accident and finds himself in a limbo realm. Advised by a guide named Rafferty (Richard Mulligan), Bobby eventually must go back to Earth and serve as a guardian angel. Bobby's assigned teen is Lenny Barnes (Jason Gedrick), a bright but nerdy kid who is lacking self-confidence and too shy to ask out his dream girl. As Bobby teaches Lenny how to be cool and confident, the two form a close bond.
Director
Cary Medoway
Producer
Mort Engelberg
Screenwriter
Cary Medoway
Production Co
Engelberg-Sumner-Cheikes
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 1, 2020
Runtime
1h 29m
Sound Mix
Surround