Heaven Can Wait (1943)
Overview
Spoiled playboy Henry van Cleve dies and arrives at the entrance to Hell, a final destination he is sure he deserves after living a life of profligacy. The devil, however, isn't so sure Henry meets Hell's standards. Convinced he is where he belongs, Henry recounts his life's deeds, both good and bad, including an act of indiscretion during his 25-year marriage to his wife, Martha, with the hope that "His Excellency" will arrive at the proper judgment.
Where to watch Heaven Can Wait
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | YouTube TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | Tubi TV | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky, YouTube |
| Canada | Hoopla, Tubi TV | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video | CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Australia | Tubi TV | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Sky, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | — | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| South Africa | — | — | Apple TV |
| France | Disney Plus | VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max | VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max |
| Mexico | Tubi TV | — | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Heaven Can Wait in 6 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Heaven Can Wait about?
Spoiled playboy Henry van Cleve dies and arrives at the entrance to Hell, a final destination he is sure he deserves after living a life of profligacy. The devil, however, isn't so sure Henry meets Hell's standards. Convinced he is where he belongs, Henry recounts his life's deeds, both good and bad, including an act of indiscretion during his 25-year marriage to his wife, Martha, with the hope that "His Excellency" will arrive at the proper judgment. Heaven Can Wait is a Comedy, Romance, Fantasy, Drama movie, released on 1943-08-05, runtime 112 minutes.
Is Heaven Can Wait worth watching?
TMDB users rate Heaven Can Wait 6.9 out of 10 from 255 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Heaven Can Wait?
In the United States, Heaven Can Wait streams on YouTube TV and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Ernst Lubitsch
Cast
- Don Ameche as Henry Van Cleve
- Gene Tierney as Martha Strabel Van Cleve
- Charles Coburn as Hugo Van Cleve
- Marjorie Main as Mrs. Strabel
- Laird Cregar as His Excellency
- Spring Byington as Bertha Van Cleve
- Allyn Joslyn as Albert Van Cleve
- Eugene Pallette as E.F. Strabel
- Signe Hasso as Yvette ("Mademoiselle")
- Louis Calhern as Randolph Van Cleve
- Helene Reynolds as Peggy Nash
- Aubrey Mather as James
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Sources
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