What If...

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What If...

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Released Aug 20, 2010

2h 18m

Drama

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Dallas Jenkins, creator of The Chosen, proudly reintroduces his heartfelt family film What If.... Still popular after its release 15 years ago, this faith-filled classic was inspired by Dallas Jenkins's favorite film, It's a Wonderful Life and follows Ben Walker (Kevin Sorbo), a businessman who abandoned his faith. One day, Ben wakes up living the life he was destined for -- married to his college sweetheart (Kristy Swanson) and serving as a small-town pastor. Featuring memorable performances by John Ratzenberger and Debby Ryan, the film blends humor, heart, and powerful family themes. To mark its 15th anniversary, Jenkins reunites with Sorbo, Swanson, Ratzenberger, and producer Michael Scott to reflect on its lasting impact in a special feature shown after the film. Don't miss this opportunity to experience What If's inspiring message on the big screen, inviting audiences to reflect on their own "what if" moments and find hope through faith.

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Rachel Wagner

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A sweet movie for faith-based audiences

Jul 23, 2025

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Brian Costello

Common Sense Media

Predictable faith-based movie is heavy-handed and trite.

Rated: 1/5

Jun 8, 2016

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Mike McGranaghan

Aisle Seat

I felt affection for the film growing as I watched. It pulled me in with its warmth and its performances.

Rated: 3/4

Sep 8, 2010

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John Beifuss

Commercial Appeal (Memphis, TN)

A mash-up of 'It's a Wonderful Life' and the story of Saul's encounter with the heavenly light of Jesus on the road to Damascus, except in this case replace Saul with Kevin 'Hercules' Sorbo and the heavenly light of Jesus with John Ratzenberger.

Rated: 2/4

Sep 3, 2010

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Felix Vasquez Jr.

Cinema Crazed

A much more faith based remake of Brett Ratner's "The Family Man."

Sep 2, 2010

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Avi Offer

NYC Movie Guru

An enchanting, provocative, bighearted story that will inspire you to cherish the priceless values of family, faith, love and compassion.

Rated: 8.19/10

Aug 21, 2010

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Shayla

Absolutely loved it! Great story. We had already seen it at home but loved it even more on the big screen. Great acting. Loved the 15 year anniversary edition with interviews at the end. We are totally Dallas Jenkins fans!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/10/25

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Tamara

Liked the faith based storyline.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/09/25

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Helen H

GREAT film! And loved the dialogue after the film with the actors chatting and discussing the film.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/08/25

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Teresa

Loved it! Thank you for showing it in your theatres. I love to take my 85 year old grandmother to the movies and these faith based movies are just wonderful.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/08/25

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Anne

It was a great movie! So glad I went to see it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/08/25

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Polly

Story line was a little confusing at the beginning.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

08/08/25

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Synopsis

Dallas Jenkins, creator of The Chosen, proudly reintroduces his heartfelt family film What If.... Still popular after its release 15 years ago, this faith-filled classic was inspired by Dallas Jenkins's favorite film, It's a Wonderful Life and follows Ben Walker (Kevin Sorbo), a businessman who abandoned his faith. One day, Ben wakes up living the life he was destined for -- married to his college sweetheart (Kristy Swanson) and serving as a small-town pastor. Featuring memorable performances by John Ratzenberger and Debby Ryan, the film blends humor, heart, and powerful family themes. To mark its 15th anniversary, Jenkins reunites with Sorbo, Swanson, Ratzenberger, and producer Michael Scott to reflect on its lasting impact in a special feature shown after the film. Don't miss this opportunity to experience What If's inspiring message on the big screen, inviting audiences to reflect on their own "what if" moments and find hope through faith.

Director: Dallas Jenkins
Producer: Michael Scott, Dallas Jenkins, Russell Wolfe, David A.R. White
Screenwriter: Cary Solomon, Chuck Konzelman, Andrea Gyertson Nasfell
Distributor: Five and Two Pictures
Production Co: Jenkins Entertainment
Rating: PG (Some Mild Thematic Elements)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 20, 2010, Limited
Rerelease Date (Theaters): Aug 5, 2025
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 17, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA): $814.9K
Runtime: 2h 18m

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