Rotten Tomatoes
Cancel Movies Tv shows Shop News Showtimes

Unsung Hero

Play trailer 2:10 Poster for Unsung Hero PG Released Apr 26 1h 52m Drama Music Play Trailer Watchlist
Watchlist Tomatometer Popcornmeter
61% Tomatometer 33 Reviews 99% Popcornmeter 1,000+ Verified Ratings
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.
Watch on Fandango at Home Buy Now

Where to Watch

Unsung Hero

Unsung Hero

What to Know

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.

Read Critics Reviews

Audience Says

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

Read Audience Reviews

Critics Reviews

View All (33) Critics Reviews
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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review Jackie K. Cooper jackiekcooper.com Good true story about the kindness of strangers, but needed more emotional glue. Rated: 6/10 Jun 6, 2024 Full Review Derek Sante KVCW (Las Vegas) Heartfelt and cute, it's a positive film but needs a little more polish. May 23, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

View All (925) audience reviews
Brian Powerful! What an incredible story of faith and perseverance! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/03/24 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review Inspiring Amazing inspiring story. Will leave you in tears Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/15/24 Full Review Tami Ive been attending For King & Country concerts for quite some time. I absolutely love how they put their family story into a movie for all of us to enjoy. Such a touching story that brought tears to my eyes. I thought it was VERY well done! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/15/24 Full Review Stan G This true story proves that the family that prays together, stays together. Facing repeated financial disasters, light is at the end of the dark tunnel. I was captivated by the excellent acting and riveting plot twists. I was rooting for this loveable family the whole way. If you want the definition of a feel-good movie, this is it! You won't be disappointed. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/13/24 Full Review Read all reviews
Unsung Hero

My Rating

Read More Read Less POST RATING WRITE A REVIEW EDIT REVIEW

Cast & Crew

A Nashville Wish % 25% A Nashville Wish Watchlist Wheeler 56% 57% Wheeler Watchlist TRAILER for Wheeler American Folk 77% 72% American Folk Watchlist TRAILER for American Folk Broken Hill 50% 60% Broken Hill Watchlist Mr. Holland's Opus 75% 84% Mr. Holland's Opus Watchlist Discover more movies and TV shows. View More

Movie Info

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
Most Popular at Home Now