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Soul on Fire

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Directed by Sean McNamara (SOUL SURFER, REAGAN), written by Gregory Poirier and based on O'Leary's bestselling memoir, On Fire, this film is an emotional and faith-filled portrait of resilience as O'Leary not only battles to survive but ultimately discovers what it means to truly live. From frontline workers to family members, and the support of the wider community, this film is a celebration of heroes.
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Dennis Harvey Variety This “Soul” is smoothly crafted, hitting the right notes of conflict and bravery. But it’s also bland to a fault at times, and feels unnecessarily drawn-out at nearly two hours. Oct 12, 2025 Full Review Sheri Linden New York Times Bad things happen to good people in “Soul on Fire,” whose mix of dire calamity and spiritual opportunity manages to be affecting despite the dashes of unabashed schmaltz. Oct 9, 2025 Full Review Mark Jackson Epoch Times “Soul on Fire” provides a message we all need to hear more often. It shows how community, faith, hope, and love can be transformative forces in peoples lives. Rated: 3.5 Oct 20, 2025 Full Review Alan Ng Film Threat The film is anchored beautifully by William H. Macy and John Corbett. Oct 17, 2025 Full Review Rachel Wagner Hallmarkies Podcast Felt like more of a sermon than a movie Oct 11, 2025 Full Review Lynn Venhaus Webster-Kirkwood Times “Soul on Fire” is a testament to the power of community and how faith, hope and love can be transformative forces in anyone’s life. This thoughtful, well-meaning effort has a message that is always welcome... Rated: B Oct 9, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Marie Inspirational - a tear jerker. I love the "based on a true story" movies. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/20/25 Full Review Robert M True story of tragedy, family perseverance , hope and redemption Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/20/25 Full Review Dianna H Excellent movie, it kept me interested and it was very interesting. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/20/25 Full Review Monica L One of the best inspirational movies Ive seen in a while. My husband and I were in tears throughout the entire movie!! A must SEEE - with your family ! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/20/25 Full Review CY Smith Wonderful, inspirational movie! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/20/25 Full Review customer Just filled with emotion and got me on fire! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/20/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Directed by Sean McNamara (SOUL SURFER, REAGAN), written by Gregory Poirier and based on O'Leary's bestselling memoir, On Fire, this film is an emotional and faith-filled portrait of resilience as O'Leary not only battles to survive but ultimately discovers what it means to truly live. From frontline workers to family members, and the support of the wider community, this film is a celebration of heroes.
Director
Sean McNamara
Producer
David Brookwell, Sean McNamara, Margaret French Isaac, J. Todd Harris
Screenwriter
Gregory Poirier
Distributor
Affirm Films
Production Co
Branded Pictures Entertainment, Brookwell-McNamara Entertainment
Rating
PG (Suggestive Material|Some Peril|Burn Injuries|Thematic Content)
Genre
Biography, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 10, 2025, Wide
Box Office (Gross USA)
$3.0M
Runtime
1h 51m
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