Heaven Can Wait (1943)

He believed in Love… Honor… and Obey – That Impulse!

• Comedy
• Romance
• Fantasy
• Drama

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.

Rating

6.9 / 10 (255 votes)

Release date

August 5, 1943

Runtime

1h 52m

Language

English

Director

Ernst Lubitsch

Status

Released