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What if...

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2010 | 111 min | Romance, Family, Fantasy, Drama

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With middling reviews (43% on Rotten Tomatoes) and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics, fantasy fans and families. If you loved It's a Wonderful Life, start here.
The mood
Warm and romantic, feel-good.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 51 min.
What might put you off
Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.

Fifteen years ago, Ben Walker made a decision to leave his college sweetheart and ultimately his faith, in order to pursue a lucrative business opportunity. Now with a high-paying career and a trophy fiancé, he is visited by an angel, who gives him a glimpse into what his life would look like had he followed his calling.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    43% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $815K worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 29K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Dallas Jenkins

  • Kevin SorboBen Walker
  • Kristy SwansonWendy Walker
  • John RatzenbergerMike the Angel
  • Debby RyanKimberly Walker
  • Kristin MinterCynthia
  • Toni TrucksClaire
  • Taylor GroothuisMegan Walker
  • Stelio SavanteJoel Muller
  • Kevin YonCharlie
  • Grant JamesHenryk Zimmerman