Just Like Heaven (2005) movie poster

Just Like Heaven (2005)

"It's a wonderful afterlife."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 80%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 50% (RT: 54%, MC: 47) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaComedyRomanceFantasy

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Runtime
1h 35m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (2,529 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
54%
Metacritic
47
Cast
Reese Witherspoon as Dr. Elizabeth Masterson
Mark Ruffalo as David Abbott
Donal Logue as Jack Houriskey
Dina Spybey-Waters as Abby Brody
Ben Shenkman as Dr. Brett Rushton
Jon Heder as Darryl
Most people think so. 80% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,529 votes. Critics scored it lower at 50%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Shortly after David Abbott moves into his new San Francisco digs, he has an unwelcome visitor on his hands: winsome Elizabeth Masterson, who asserts that the apartment is hers -- and promptly vanishes. When she starts appearing and disappearing at will, David thinks she's a ghost, while Elizabeth is convinced she's alive. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Eagle-eyed viewers have noticed a hidden easter egg referencing Mark Waters's previous film in the background of the opening scene.
  • The incredible score for Just Like Heaven was composed in just a few weeks after the original composer dropped out.
  • Mark Waters originally wanted a completely different ending for the film, but test audiences preferred the one we see today.
Audience Consensus

Just Like Heaven is a 2005 drama, comedy, romance film directed by Mark Waters. Shortly after David Abbott moves into his new San Francisco digs, he has an unwelcome visitor on his hands: winsome Elizabeth Masterson, who asserts that the apartment is hers -- and promptly vanishes. When she starts appearing and disappearing at will, David thinks she's a ghost, while Elizabeth is convinced she's alive.

The film has been rated by 2,529 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Just Like Heaven delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Just Like Heaven (2005) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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