A disgruntled reporter gains divine powers, experiencing broad, wholesome humor with a feel-good, uplifting spirit.
Big broad humor. A date-night pick at a measured pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.
Not on a US subscription service as of Oct 25, 2026.
Some innuendo or implied sex and some strong language, about what a PG-13 should carry.
Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated PG-13.
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Bruce Nolan toils as a "human interest" television reporter in Buffalo, NY, but despite his high ratings and the love of his beautiful girlfriend, Bruce remains unfulfilled. At the end of the worst day in his life, he angrily ridicules God — and the Almighty responds, endowing Bruce with all of His divine powers.
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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Friends (1994)Wholesome humor · cozy · comfort watch · measuredSix New Yorkers navigate young adulthood, finding heartwarming companionship and witty comfort in their shared struggles.
Elf (2003)Wholesome humor · whimsical · family watch · measuredA giant elf brings wholesome, broad humor and feel-good fantasy to the cynical streets of New York.
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