Wait for Me in Heaven (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1988, Wait for Me in Heaven is a comedy film directed by Antonio Mercero, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Pepe Soriano plays a Madrid shopkeeper who is kidnapped by henchmen of Franco in this political comedy. After his kidnapping, he is forced to become the dictator's double for many official ceremonies. Due to his long and unexplained absence, Pepe's wife believes her husband has been abducted and killed, so she tries to reach her husband through spiritualism. After Pepe surprises her with a nocturnal visit, he tells her he will touch his ear to signal it is he and not Franco in public appearances.
Who’s in it. Wait for Me in Heaven stars Pepe Soriano as Paulino Alonso, José «Saza» Sazatornil as Alberto Sinsoles, Chus Lampreave as Emilia and Manolo Codeso as Luis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Wait for Me in Heaven has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wait for Me in Heaven page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wait for Me in Heaven tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wait for Me in Heaven (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wait for Me in Heaven change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wait for Me in Heaven worth watching?
- Wait for Me in Heaven holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wait for Me in Heaven?
- Wait for Me in Heaven stars Pepe Soriano, José «Saza» Sazatornil, Chus Lampreave, Manolo Codeso and Amparo Valle.
- When was Wait for Me in Heaven released?
- Wait for Me in Heaven was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.