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I Can Only Imagine

  • 2018
  • PG
  • 1h 50m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
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I Can Only Imagine (2018)
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The inspiring and unknown true story behind MercyMe's beloved, chart topping song that brings ultimate hope to so many is a gripping reminder of the power of true forgiveness.The inspiring and unknown true story behind MercyMe's beloved, chart topping song that brings ultimate hope to so many is a gripping reminder of the power of true forgiveness.The inspiring and unknown true story behind MercyMe's beloved, chart topping song that brings ultimate hope to so many is a gripping reminder of the power of true forgiveness.

  • Directors
    • Andrew Erwin
    • Jon Erwin
  • Writers
    • Bart Millard
    • Jon Erwin
    • Brent Mccorkle
  • Stars
    • John Michael Finley
    • Madeline Carroll
    • Dennis Quaid
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.3/10
    19K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    4,935
    146
    • Directors
      • Andrew Erwin
      • Jon Erwin
    • Writers
      • Bart Millard
      • Jon Erwin
      • Brent Mccorkle
    • Stars
      • John Michael Finley
      • Madeline Carroll
      • Dennis Quaid
    • 323User reviews
    • 55Critic reviews
    • 30Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 6 wins & 5 nominations

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    John Michael Finley
    John Michael Finley
    • Bart
    • (as J. Michael Finley)
    Madeline Carroll
    Madeline Carroll
    • Shannon
    Dennis Quaid
    Dennis Quaid
    • Arthur
    Trace Adkins
    Trace Adkins
    • Brickell
    Cloris Leachman
    Cloris Leachman
    • Memaw
    Jason Burkey
    Jason Burkey
    • Mike
    Mark Furze
    Mark Furze
    • Nathan
    Randy McDowell
    Randy McDowell
    • Jim
    Cole Marcus
    Cole Marcus
    • Robbie
    Alexander Dominguez
    Alexander Dominguez
    • Kent
    Brody Rose
    Brody Rose
    • Young Bart
    Taegen Burns
    Taegen Burns
    • Young Shannon
    J.R. Cacia
    J.R. Cacia
    • Rusty
    Tanya Clarke
    Tanya Clarke
    • Adele
    Nicole DuPort
    Nicole DuPort
    • Amy Grant
    Jake B. Miller
    Jake B. Miller
    • Michael W. Smith
    Priscilla C. Shirer
    Priscilla C. Shirer
    • Mrs. Fincher
    Gianna Simone
    Gianna Simone
    • Dr. Avondale
    • Directors
      • Andrew Erwin
      • Jon Erwin
    • Writers
      • Bart Millard
      • Jon Erwin
      • Brent Mccorkle
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    • Trivia
      Dennis Quaid's twins are extras in the diner scene. His daughter is the one who points towards Quaid's character during his health incident.
    • Goofs
      Young Bart is handed the U2 album The Joshua Tree (1987) in 1985.
    • Quotes

      Brickell: What is the name of your band again?

      Bart: It is "Mercy Me". Because when I told my Memaw that we were starting a band, she was like "Mercy me, get a real job!" And I was like: "Oh, Memaw."

      [groaning]

      Bart: And the guys were like "Did she really say that?" and I was like "Yeah, we have to name the band Mercy Me". So we called it.

    • Crazy credits
      Epilogue:  "I can only imagine was released as the breakout single to MercyMe's first studio album, Almost There. The album is now certified triple platinum.  Bart proposed to Shannon at Camp Glorietta. They were married November 8, 1997.  The week Bart received his last check from his father, I Can Only Imagine became the number one Christian song in America.  It is now the best-selling, most-played Christian single of all time.  Scott Brickell manages MercyMe to this day. His home property is called 'Imagine Acres.' Bart and his mom have grown closer over the years. Today, she is her son's biggest fan.  MercyMe has gone on to record 21 number 1 hit songs...and counting.  On February 2nd, 2017, Bart had a chance to share his story with the President, Vice President, members of the House and Congress, and world leaders."
    • Connections
      Referenced in Midnight Screenings: I Can Only Imagine (2018)
    • Soundtracks
      We're a Band
      Written by Barry Blair, Mark Stuart, Bob Herdman, Will McGinniss

      Performed by Audio Adrenaline

      Courtesy of Capitol Christian Music Group

      Under license from Universal Music Enterprises

    User reviews323

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    8/10
    I GOT GOOSEBUMPS.
    One of the most beautiful Christian movies I have ever seen. Such an impactful story. I got goosebumps especially at the third act. This movie is a movie you should watch with your family and friends.
    • andrewchristianjr
    • Feb 29, 2020
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    • Release date
      • March 16, 2018 (Canada)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official Site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • La Voix du pardon
    • Filming locations
      • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
    • Production companies
      • Kevin Downes Productions
      • Mission Pictures International
      • City on a Hill Productions
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $7,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $83,482,352
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $17,108,914
      • Mar 18, 2018
    • Gross worldwide
      • $86,086,881
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 50 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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