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The Heavenly Kid (1985)
After dying in a car crash, Bobby Fantana is forced to pay for his misdeeds by becoming someone's guardian angel. He reluctantly agrees to watch over awkward high schooler Lenny Barnes, teaching him how to be cool and confident. As Bobby teaches Lenny, the two form a close bond.
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After dying in a car crash, Bobby Fantana is forced to pay for his misdeeds by becoming someone's guardian angel. He reluctantly agrees to watch over awkward high schooler Lenny Barnes, teaching him how to be cool and confident. As Bobby teaches Lenny, the two form a close bond.
Rating:PG-13
Genre:Fantasy, Comedy, Romance
Written By:Cary Medoway, Martin Copeland
In Theaters:7/26/1985
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Runtime:90 minutes
Studio:Orion Pictures, Engelberg-Sumner-Cheikes
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