A Little Bit Of Heaven (2011) May 2026

A million dollars (received through a life insurance payout). A third wish that is later revealed to be falling in love.

Critics on Rotten Tomatoes gave it a low 4% approval rating, calling it a "fatally misguided" and "schmaltzy" film that struggled with tonal shifts between comedy and tragedy. A Little Bit of Heaven (2011)

The film received largely from critics, though some audiences appreciated its sentimental nature. A million dollars (received through a life insurance payout)

A whimsical, wise representation of God in Marley's visions. The film received largely from critics, though some

Reviewers from The Guardian and Metacritic found the portrayal of cancer unrealistic and the spiritual subplots "jarring".

The film explores the fear of mortality, the importance of reconciling with family, and the power of love at the end of life. Cast and Key Characters Character Description Kate Hudson Marley Corbett

While under anesthesia, Marley has a near-death vision where she meets God (portrayed by Whoopi Goldberg as Marley's "feminist ideal"). God grants her three wishes: