

Heaven Can Wait (1943)
Comedy
Romance
Fantasy
Drama
- 2h 52m
69 %
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He believed in Love… Honor… and Obey – That Impulse!
Overview
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.
Overview
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.
Top Billed Cast

Don Ameche
Henry Van Cleve

Gene Tierney
Martha Strabel Van Cleve

Charles Coburn
Hugo Van Cleve

Marjorie Main
Mrs. Strabel

Laird Cregar
His Excellency

Spring Byington
Bertha Van Cleve

Allyn Joslyn
Albert Van Cleve

Eugene Pallette
E.F. Strabel

Signe Hasso
Yvette ("Mademoiselle")

Louis Calhern
Randolph Van Cleve
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