Pennies from Heaven movie poster

Pennies from Heaven

"There's a world on both sides of the rainbow where songs come true and every time it rains, it rains Pennies from Heaven."

December 11, 1981 1h 48m 6.0/10 (102 votes)

Originally released in 1981. Pennies from Heaven is a drama/music film. directed by Herbert Ross.

Starring Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, and Jessica Harper

Synopsis

During the Great Depression, a sheet music salesman seeks to escape his dreary life through popular music and a love affair with an innocent schoolteacher.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 11, 1981 44 years ago
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Runtime 1h 48m 108 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Good (102 votes)
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Budget $22M Production budget
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Box Office $9.2M 0.4x 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
$22,000,000
Revenue
$9,171,289

Production Companies

  • Hera Productions
  • SLM Production Group
  • Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pennies from Heaven about?

During the Great Depression, a sheet music salesman seeks to escape his dreary life through popular music and a love affair with an innocent schoolteacher.

Who directed Pennies from Heaven?

Pennies from Heaven was directed by Herbert Ross.

How long is Pennies from Heaven?

Pennies from Heaven has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).

When was Pennies from Heaven released?

Pennies from Heaven was released on December 11, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Pennies from Heaven?

The main cast of Pennies from Heaven includes Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, Jessica Harper, Vernel Bagneris, John McMartin.

Is Pennies from Heaven worth watching?

Pennies from Heaven has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 102 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.