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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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A stirring story about a remarkable man, Soul on Fire shines with faith, courage, and the unstoppable spark of the human spirit.

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Dennis Harvey Variety Oct 12
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. Go to Full Review
Sheri Linden New York Times Oct 9
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. Go to Full Review
Mark Jackson Epoch Times Oct 20
3.5
“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. Go to Full Review
Alan Ng Film Threat Oct 17
The film is anchored beautifully by William H. Macy and John Corbett. Go to Full Review
Rachel Wagner Hallmarkies Podcast Oct 11
Felt like more of a sermon than a movie Go to Full Review
Lynn Venhaus Webster-Kirkwood Times Oct 9
B
“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... Go to Full Review
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SHAUN F Dec 11 I loved this movie! It was very inspiring! See more Laura L Nov 15 Absolutely 5 stars! A must see for every human being on the planet! So inspiring, so motivational, a message to be grateful no matter WHAT happens in your life! And never give up HOPE ever! See more Melanie Nov 13 Great inspirational movie with the right amount of action, humor, love, emotions, faith. A true story of gratitude See more Meloney Nov 10 A very good, inspiring story. The story of his childhood was very good, but the depiction of his college years felt a little inauthentic to me. In any case, overall a very good true story. See more Clarence D Nov 10 Five star movie for the family. See more Wendy Nov 8 Fantastic movie with a beautiful message!! I cried so much while watching it! Loved it !! See more 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)
$7.3M
Runtime
1h 52m
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