Evan Almighty

A comedy of biblical proportions.

2007 • 96 min • Fantasy · Comedy · Family

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Synopsis

God contacts Junior Congressman Evan Baxter and tells him to build an ark in preparation for a great flood.

Our family guide

Best from age 7

Movie Knight Score

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100 Reviewers · 1 · 51%
56 Audience · 4618 · 49%

Congressman Evan Baxter is tasked by God to build an ark before a great flood. He faces skepticism from his family and community as he gathers animals and lumber, learning about faith and family along the way. It's a comedic, modern-day retelling of the Noah's Ark story.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 3/10

Heads up

Some comedic pratfalls and slapstick, no real harm.
The flood sequence, while not graphic, could be intense for younger viewers.
Some minor peril from animals, played for laughs.

What it models well

Faith and divine purpose
Family unity and support
Environmental stewardship
Helping others in need

Talk about it after

The concept of faith and hearing a "call"
The importance of family support during challenges
How our actions impact the environment
Dealing with skepticism and ridicule

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Top billed cast

Director: Tom Shadyac • Crew: Steve Oedekerk, Alec Sokolow, Joel Cohen, Steve Oedekerk

Trailers & clips

Steve Carell Gets A Message From God - Extended Preview

Evan Almighty - Trailer

Reviewer notes

Recommended
Not as good as Bruce Almighty. Still it's a funny movie. Steve Carrell character gets a little weird at times but still an ok movie.
SoSmooth1982, TMDB Community