Ticket to Heaven (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1981, Ticket to Heaven is a drama film directed by Ralph L. Thomas, running about 108 minutes. “In 1979, David joined a cult.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. David is a young man seduced by a religious cult that uses starvation, exhaustion, and brainwashing to mold recruits into money hustling disciples of a messiah-like leader. Chronicles David's chilling transformation into a gaunt, mindless shadow of his former self...and his ultimate salvation when friends and family launch a plan to kidnap and deprogram him.
Who’s in it. Ticket to Heaven stars Nick Mancuso as David, Saul Rubinek as Larry, Meg Foster as Ingrid and Kim Cattrall as Ruthie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Ticket to Heaven has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ticket to Heaven page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ticket to Heaven tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ticket to Heaven (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ticket to Heaven change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ticket to Heaven worth watching?
- Ticket to Heaven holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ticket to Heaven?
- Ticket to Heaven stars Nick Mancuso, Saul Rubinek, Meg Foster, Kim Cattrall and R.H. Thomson.
- When was Ticket to Heaven released?
- Ticket to Heaven was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.