Papa Was a Preacher (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film
Released in 1986, Papa Was a Preacher is a drama film directed by Steve Feke, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Edwin Porter, a Methodist minister, is sent to a little church in the small town of Sterling, Texas, to try to save it from financial insolvency. The move is sudden and is complicated by the fact that Porter’s wife and eight children are all very comfortable in the large, successful church they have been serving in Dallas.
Who’s in it. Papa Was a Preacher stars Robert Pine as Papa, Georgia Engel as Pearl, Imogene Coca as Missy B and Dean Stockwell as John White, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Papa Was a Preacher page.
If you liked it. Fans of Papa Was a Preacher tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Papa Was a Preacher (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Papa Was a Preacher change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Papa Was a Preacher?
- Papa Was a Preacher stars Robert Pine, Georgia Engel, Imogene Coca, Dean Stockwell and Laird Stuart.
- When was Papa Was a Preacher released?
- Papa Was a Preacher was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.