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Father Stu

"God wanted a fighter… and He found one."

April 13, 2022 2h 4m 7.1/10 (697 votes)

Released 4 years ago in 2022. Father Stu is a drama film. directed by Rosalind Ross. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson, and Jacki Weaver

Synopsis

The true-life story of boxer-turned-priest. When an injury ends his amateur boxing career, Stuart Long moves to Los Angeles to find money and fame. While scraping by as a supermarket clerk, he meets Carmen, a Sunday school teacher who seems immune to his bad-boy charm. Determined to win her over, the longtime agnostic starts going to church to impress her. However, a motorcycle accident leaves him wondering if he can use his second chance to help others, leading to the surprising realization that he's meant to be a Catholic priest.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 13, 2022 3 years ago
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Runtime 2h 4m 124 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (697 votes)
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Budget $4M Production budget
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Box Office $21.6M 5.4x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$4,000,000
Revenue
$21,591,034

Production Companies

  • Municipal Pictures
  • Palm Drive Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Father Stu about?

The true-life story of boxer-turned-priest. When an injury ends his amateur boxing career, Stuart Long moves to Los Angeles to find money and fame. While scraping by as a supermarket clerk, he meet...

Who directed Father Stu?

Father Stu was directed by Rosalind Ross.

How long is Father Stu?

Father Stu has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).

When was Father Stu released?

Father Stu was released on April 13, 2022 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Father Stu?

The main cast of Father Stu includes Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson, Jacki Weaver, Teresa Ruiz, Malcolm McDowell.

Is Father Stu worth watching?

Father Stu has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 697 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.