Heaven Can Wait
Directed by Ernst LubitschHenry Van Cleve presents himself at the gates of Hell only to find that he is closely vetted on his qualifications for entry. Surprised that there is any question on his suitability, he recounts his lively life and the women he has known, from his mother onwards, but mainly concentrating on his happy but sometimes difficult 25-year marriage to Martha.
Heaven Can Wait Ratings & Reviews
- mattfrnApril 11, 2026A real classic film. Loved it from beginning to end. Gene Tierney is beautiful and stunning as usual.
- latina302September 12, 2025Entertaining
- Bob BlanchettJune 7, 2025The Lubitsch Touch! Delicious Don Ameche Comedy!
- Mister ArnMay 22, 2025A philanderer reflects on his life and how he cheated on the one woman he loved.
Heaven Can Wait Trivia
Heaven Can Wait was released on August 5, 1943.
Heaven Can Wait was directed by Ernst Lubitsch.
Heaven Can Wait has a runtime of 1h 47m.
Heaven Can Wait was produced by Ernst Lubitsch.
Henry Van Cleve presents himself at the gates of Hell only to find that he is closely vetted on his qualifications for entry. Surprised that there is any question on his suitability, he recounts his lively life and the women he has known, from his mother onwards, but mainly concentrating on his happy but sometimes difficult 25-year marriage to Martha.
The key characters in Heaven Can Wait are Henry Van Cleve (Don Ameche), Martha Strabel Van Cleve (Gene Tierney), Hugo Van Cleve (Charles Coburn).
Heaven Can Wait is rated Not Rated.
Heaven Can Wait is a Comedy, Fantasy, Romance film.
Heaven Can Wait has an audience rating of 7.5 out of 10.
Heaven Can Wait had a budget of $1.1M.