Heaven Sent (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2016, Heaven Sent is a comedy and drama film directed by Wissam Charaf, running about 70 minutes. “After 20 years of separation, Samir, a former alleged dead militiaman, reappears in the life of Omar, his little brother become bodyguard in Beirut. Between drama and comedy, Samir must confr” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After 20 years apart, Samir a former militiaman who was presumed dead, reappears in the life of Omar, his little brother who has become a bodyguard in Beirut. Between drama and comedy, Samir has to come to terms with a country he no longer recognizes.
Who’s in it. Heaven Sent stars Rodrigue Sleiman, Raed Yassin, Said Serhan and George Melki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Heaven Sent 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 Heaven Sent page.
If you liked it. Fans of Heaven Sent tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Heaven Sent (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Heaven Sent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Heaven Sent worth watching?
- Heaven Sent holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Heaven Sent?
- Heaven Sent stars Rodrigue Sleiman, Raed Yassin, Said Serhan, George Melki and Yumna Marwan.
- When was Heaven Sent released?
- Heaven Sent was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.