Bruce Almighty (2003)
A disgruntled reporter gains divine powers, experiencing broad, wholesome humor with a feel-good, uplifting spirit.
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.
How intense is Bruce Almighty?
Bruce Almighty has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a comfort watch and a family watch. The humor runs broad and wholesome. Rated PG-13.
What Bruce Almighty feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalfeel goodheartwarminguplifting
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- broad and big, wholesome
- Best for
- Comfort watchFamily nightDate night
Where to stream Bruce Almighty
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Is Bruce Almighty for you?
Is Bruce Almighty scary?
No. Bruce Almighty is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Bruce Almighty gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Bruce Almighty sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Bruce Almighty OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Bruce Almighty?
Bruce Almighty runs 1h 41m.
Where can I stream Bruce Almighty?
Bruce Almighty is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Bruce Almighty have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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