Down to Earth - 2001

Struggling comic Lance Barton knows what it's like to die on stage. But when his life takes an unexpected turn - straight to heaven - Lance is sure there's been a mistake. Miraculously, he's right! An angel tells Lance he was taken prematurely but assures him he can be returned to Earth - in the aged body of a ruthless white billionaire. In this improbable reincarnation, Lance begins a hilarious quest to realize his showbiz dream...and, along the way, discovers the person he never imagined he could be. Chris Rock delivers a first-rate performance in this romantic comedy remake of HEAVEN CAN WAIT.

87min
2001
6
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating5.4/10

Cast

Chris Rock profile pictureChris RockLance Barton
Regina King profile pictureRegina KingSontee Jenkins
Frankie Faison profile pictureFrankie FaisonWhitney Daniels
Jennifer Coolidge profile pictureJennifer CoolidgeMrs. Wellington
John Cho profile pictureJohn ChoPhil Quon
Mario Joyner profile pictureMario JoynerApollo M.C.
Bryetta Calloway profile pictureBryetta CallowayGospel Singer
Brian Rhodes profile pictureBrian RhodesCharles Wellington, III
Herb Lovelle profile pictureHerb LovelleTrashman

About Down to Earth

Down to Earth Overview

Struggling comic Lance Barton knows what it's like to die on stage. But when his life takes an unexpected turn - straight to heaven - Lance is sure there's been a mistake. Miraculously, he's right! An angel tells Lance he was taken prematurely but assures him he can be returned to Earth - in the aged body of a ruthless white billionaire. In this improbable reincarnation, Lance begins a hilarious quest to realize his showbiz dream...and, along the way, discovers the person he never imagined he could be. Chris Rock delivers a first-rate performance in this romantic comedy remake of HEAVEN CAN WAIT.

Age Rating: 6
Runtime: 87min

Extra details

Original Title: Down to Earth
Original Language: English
Budget: $30,000,000.00
Revenue: $71,186,502.00
Directed By: Chris Weitz
Production Companies
ParamountAlphaville FilmsVillage Roadshow Pictures3 Arts EntertainmentNPV EntertainmentMunich Film Partners & Company (MFP) GHS Productions