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Heaven Can Wait (1943)

Spoiled playboy Henry van Cleve dies and arrives at the entrance to Hell, a final destination he is sure he deserves after living a life of profligacy. The devil, however, isn't so sure Henry meets Hell's standards. Convinced he is where he belongs, Henry recounts his life's deeds, both good and bad, including an act of indiscretion during his 25-year marriage to his wife, Martha, with the hope that "His Excellency" will arrive at the proper judgment.

  • Comedy
  • Romance
  • Fantasy
  • Drama

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Don AmecheDon AmecheHenry Van Cleve
  • Photo of Gene TierneyGene TierneyMartha Strabel Van Cleve
  • Photo of Charles CoburnCharles CoburnHugo Van Cleve
  • Photo of Marjorie MainMarjorie MainMrs. Strabel
  • Photo of Laird CregarLaird CregarHis Excellency
  • Photo of Spring ByingtonSpring ByingtonBertha Van Cleve
  • Photo of Allyn JoslynAllyn JoslynAlbert Van Cleve
  • Photo of Eugene PalletteEugene PalletteE.F. Strabel
  • Photo of Signe HassoSigne HassoYvette ("Mademoiselle")
  • Photo of Louis CalhernLouis CalhernRandolph Van Cleve

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