The film I Can Only Imagine is a 2018 American Christian biographical drama directed by the Erwin Brothers and written by Alex Cramer, Jon Erwin, and Brent McCorkle, based on the story behind the group MercyMe's song of the same name, the best-selling Christian single of all time.
It stars J. Michael Finley as Bart Millard, the lead singer who wrote the song about his relationship with his father (Dennis Quaid). Madeline Carroll, Trace Adkins, Priscilla Shirer, and Cloris Leachman also star.
The film tells the story of Bart Millard's childhood and his relationship with his abusive father. When Bart's father becomes terminally ill, Bart finds forgiveness and reconciliation. After his father's death, Bart writes the song "I Can Only Imagine," which becomes a worldwide hit.
I Can Only Imagine is a heartwarming and inspiring film about the power of forgiveness and the love of God. It is a film that will appeal to audiences of all faiths.
The film was a commercial success, grossing over $85 million at the worldwide box office. It was praised for its performances, its story, and its message of hope.
I Can Only Imagine is a must-see film for fans of Christian music and for anyone who has ever been touched by the power of forgiveness.
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Cast
- J. Michael Finley as Bart Millard
- Brody Rose as Young Bart Millard
- Tanya Clarke as Adele Millard
- Cloris Leachman as Meemaw Leona Millard, Bart's grandmother
- Madeline Carroll as Shannon Street, Bart's girlfriend
- Taegan Burns as Young Shannon Street
- Dennis Quaid as Arthur Millard, Bart’s abusive father
- Trace Adkins as Scott Brickell, MercyMe's manager
- Priscilla Shirer as Mrs. Fincher, Bart's teacher
- Nicole DuPort as Amy Grant
- Jake B. Miller as Michael W. Smith
- Jason Burkey as Mike Scheuchzer
- Mark Furze as Nathan Cochran
- Randy McDowell as Jim Bryson
- Cole Marcus as Robbie Shaffer
- Gianna Simone as Dr. Avondale
- Kevin Downes as Singleton
- Delilah as Herself
Director: Andrew Erwin Jon Erwin
Writers: Bart Millard Jon Erwin Brent McCorkle
Box Office Gross: $86,086,881
Distributor: Roadside Attraction
Genre: Biography Drama Family Music
Release Date: March 15, 2018