Unsung Hero

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Unsung Hero

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Released Apr 26

1h 52m

Drama

Music

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Based on a remarkable true story, Unsung Hero follows David Smallbone as he moves his family from Down Under to the States, searching for a brighter future after his successful music company collapses. With nothing more than their seven children, suitcases, and their love of music, David (for KING + COUNTRY's Joel Smallbone) and his pregnant wife Helen (Daisy Betts) set out to rebuild their lives. Helen's faith stands against all odds and inspires her husband and children to hold onto theirs. With their own dreams on hold, David and Helen begin to realize the musical prowess in their children, who would go on to become two of the most successful acts in Inspirational Music history: five-time GRAMMY Award®-winning artists for KING + COUNTRY and Rebecca St. James.

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Critics Consensus

Unsung Hero presents a heartwarming dramatization of its fact-based story that's just uplifting enough to make up for its tepid approach to real-life drama.

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Depicting struggles and triumphs that many families will be able to relate to, Unsung Hero is an inspirational drama the whole family can enjoy.

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Linda Marric

HeyUGuys

Engaging and compelling, this is a heartfelt tribute to the power of family and faith. The film's emotional depth and honest depiction of real-life struggles make it a must watch, especially for those crying out for more believable faith based dramas.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 26, 2024

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Leslie Felperin

Guardian

The film is as bland as whole milk, but admittedly competently made. The songs are pleasant enough to listen to and the younger actors perform well without seeming too pert or excessively cutesy.

Rated: 2/5

Jun 10, 2024

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Sergio Burstein

Los Angeles Times

The staging of the Ramseys themselves and Smallbone (which they also direct) does not exceed what could be expected from a television production. [Full review in Spanish]

May 7, 2024

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James Croot

Stuff.co.nz

Sure the narrative follows a predictable path and the messaging about “not making your dreams your master” and putting family first is laid on a little thick, but it’s hard not be won over by the trials and tribulations of this proto-Partridge Family.

Rated: 3/5

Jun 13, 2024

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Jackie K. Cooper

jackiekcooper.com

Good true story about the kindness of strangers, but needed more emotional glue.

Rated: 6/10

Jun 6, 2024

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Derek Sante

KVCW (Las Vegas)

Heartfelt and cute, it's a positive film but needs a little more polish.

May 23, 2024

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LinLee

Interesting story of the fall and crawl journey of one family and the strength of their determination to stay together and succeed. This is good for the whole family.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/17/24

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Sabrina

It was based on true life events! And how a family was tested in a time where for them it was uncertain.. They hung in it together and became strong as a family

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/09/24

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Brian

Powerful! What an incredible story of faith and perseverance!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/03/24

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Gloria

Great movie--didn't realize this was more about Rebecca St. James than her brothers' group. I loved the singing. Cried throughout the movie.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/23/24

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Melanie

It was all good. The story, the acting, the music and especially the family friendliness!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/28/24

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Inspiring

Amazing inspiring story. Will leave you in tears

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/15/24

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Synopsis

Based on a remarkable true story, Unsung Hero follows David Smallbone as he moves his family from Down Under to the States, searching for a brighter future after his successful music company collapses. With nothing more than their seven children, suitcases, and their love of music, David (for KING + COUNTRY's Joel Smallbone) and his pregnant wife Helen (Daisy Betts) set out to rebuild their lives. Helen's faith stands against all odds and inspires her husband and children to hold onto theirs. With their own dreams on hold, David and Helen begin to realize the musical prowess in their children, who would go on to become two of the most successful acts in Inspirational Music history: five-time GRAMMY Award®-winning artists for KING + COUNTRY and Rebecca St. James.

Director: Richard Ramsey, Joel Smallbone
Producer: Justin Tolley, Josh Walsh, Luke Smallbone
Screenwriter: Joel Smallbone, Richard Ramsey
Distributor: Lionsgate
Production Co: Kingdom Story Company
Rating: PG (Thematic Elements)
Genre: Drama, Music
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 26, 2024, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 11, 2024
Box Office (Gross USA): $20.3M
Runtime: 1h 52m

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