Down to Earth

Film - 2001 - Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

The story

Struggling comic Lance Barton knows what it's like to die on stage. But when his life takes an unexpected turn - straight to heaven - Lance is sure there's been a mistake. Miraculously, he's right! An angel tells Lance he was taken prematurely but assures him he can be returned to Earth - in the aged body of a ruthless white billionaire. In this improbable reincarnation, Lance begins a hilarious quest to realize his showbiz dream...and, along the way, discovers the person he never imagined he could be.

Directed by

Chris Weitz, Paul Weitz

Starring

Chris Rock, Regina King, Chazz Palminteri, Eugene Levy, Frankie Faison, Mark Addy

Where to watch

netflix

Ratings

IMDb 5.4 out of 10

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Film · 2001 · Comedy · Fantasy · Romance

Down to Earth

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The story

Struggling comic Lance Barton knows what it's like to die on stage. But when his life takes an unexpected turn - straight to heaven - Lance is sure there's been a mistake. Miraculously, he's right! An angel tells Lance he was taken prematurely but assures him he can be returned to Earth - in the aged body of a ruthless white billionaire. In this improbable reincarnation, Lance begins a hilarious quest to realize his showbiz dream...and, along the way, discovers the person he never imagined he could be.

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IMDb
5.4 / 10
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Tomatometer
3.29 / 5
3k ratings · Letterboxd
TMDB
5.6 / 10
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Details
TypeFilm
GenreComedy, Fantasy, Romance
Runtime1h 27m
RatedPG
Release2001-02-16
Where to watch
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