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For Heaven's Sake
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For Heaven's Sake

1950-12-15 · 92 min · ★ 7.0

Comedy · Fantasy

An angel takes on human form in order to persuade a theatrical couple to finally consummate their child that has been waiting to be born.

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Directors
George Seaton
Production companies
20th Century Fox
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Clifton WebbClifton WebbCharles / Slim Charles
Joan BennettJoan BennettLydia Bolton
Robert CummingsRobert CummingsJeff Bolton
Edmund GwennEdmund GwennArthur
Joan BlondellJoan BlondellDaphne Peters
Gigi PerreauGigi PerreauItem
Jack La RueJack La RueTony Clark
Harry von ZellHarry von ZellTex Henry
Tommy RettigTommy RettigJoe Blake
Sue CaseySue Casey
Charles LaneCharles LaneArthur Crane

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