The Heavenly Kid
“Thou shalt be cool!”
Synopsis
After dying in a car crash, Bobby Fantana is forced to pay for his misdeeds by becoming someone's guardian angel. He reluctantly agrees to watch over awkward high schooler Lenny Barnes, teaching him how to be cool and confident. As Bobby teaches Lenny, the two form a close bond.
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The Heavenly Kid (1985) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-12-02
Top Cast
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Lewis Smith
Bobby
Jason Gedrick
Lenny
Jane Kaczmarek
Emily
Beau Dremann
McIntyre
Richard Mulligan
Rafferty
Mark Metcalf
Joe
Stephen Gregory
Gallo
Anne Sawyer
Sharon
Nancy Valen
Melissa
Chad Wiggins-Grady
Jerry
Scott Stone
Frank
William Kerwin
Suburbanite
Will Knickerbocker
Max
Harold Bergman
Mr. Finley
Donna Rosae
Boulevard Girl
Barney Johnston
Platform Official
Lit Connah
Bag Lady
Bill Ash
Older Official
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 26, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cary Medoway
- Screenplay & Story
- Cary Medoway, Martin Copeland
- Original Score
- Kennard Ramsey
- Original Title
- The Heavenly Kid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Orion Pictures, Engelberg-Sumner-Cheikes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cary Medoway
Cary Medoway, Martin Copeland
Kennard Ramsey
Steven Poster
Christopher Greenbury
Gabe Sumner, Stephen G. Cheikes, Mort Engelberg
Department Leadership Roster
Kennard Ramsey
Original Music Composer
Christopher Greenbury
Editor
Ron Hobbs
Production Design
Steven Poster
Director of Photography
Cary Medoway
Writer
Martin Copeland
Writer
Mort Engelberg
Producer
Cary Medoway
Director
Ricou Browning
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Heavenly Kid
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What is The Heavenly Kid about?
After dying in a car crash, Bobby Fantana is forced to pay for his misdeeds by becoming someone's guardian angel. He reluctantly agrees to watch over awkward high schooler Lenny Barnes, teaching him how to be cool and confident. As Bobby teaches Lenny, the two form a close bond.
Who directed The Heavenly Kid?
The Heavenly Kid was directed by Cary Medoway.
Who stars in The Heavenly Kid?
The principal cast of The Heavenly Kid includes Lewis Smith, Jason Gedrick, Jane Kaczmarek, Beau Dremann, Richard Mulligan.
When was The Heavenly Kid released and how long is it?
The Heavenly Kid was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Heavenly Kid?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Heavenly Kid was composed by Kennard Ramsey.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Heavenly Kid?
The Heavenly Kid holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).