Heaven Can Wait
“He believed in Love… Honor… and Obey – That Impulse!”
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Synopsis
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.
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
Average shot length
12.1s per shot
Ernst Lubitsch's career average is 11.8s across 22 measured films —see the full picture.