Soul On Fire

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Movie Info & Cast

Director:

Sean McNamara

Producer:

David Brookwell, Margaret French-Isaac, J. Todd Harris

Writer:

Gregory Poirier

Release Date:

Oct 10, 2025

Runtime:

1hr 51m

Synopsis

A young boy, has no chance of survival after suffering a terrible accident where suffers burns in all his body. In his struggle to live and show us what is possible, he ends up relying on his family, his faith and the entire city.

Cast

  • William H. Macy
  • John Corbett
  • Joel Courtney
  • Stephanie Szostak
  • Richard Esteras
  • DeVon Franklin
  • Bourke Floyd
  • Erik Aude
  • Masey McLain
  • Natalie Buck
Moviegoers are saying
This true story about burn survivor John O'Leary splits audiences down the middle - while some find it genuinely inspiring with standout performances from William H. Macy as legendary broadcaster Jack Buck, others can't get past the 'so bad it's good' acting and cringe-worthy dialogue that turns dramatic moments into unintentional comedy. The film's authentic St. Louis setting and real Cardinals cameos earn points with locals, but technical issues like obvious green screens and awkward pacing leave many viewers burned.
Top Mentions
All-The-Feels
True-Story-Triumph
Baseball-Nostalgia
Unintentional-Comedy
Faith-Journey
So-Bad-Its-Good
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  • Oct 9, 2025

    I CANT WAIT TO GET HOME AND PLAY WITH MATCHES AND GASOLINE!!!!!!!

    108 Likes
    TheSwoleAndBuff
    TheSwoleAndBuff
    Oct 11, 2025

    This is peak comedy, I laughed so much at this. Really wasn’t expecting a comedy here but this film is that. So many serious moments that are extremely overdramatic and badly acted that made me crack up with joy.  Gotta say, this kid was lucky to play with fire and burn…

    87 Likes
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    Oct 11, 2025

    Compelling true story, terrible execution.

    68 Likes
    Shanaaahh
    Shanaaahh
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    Dec 3, 2025

    I've been waiting for this one for a long time. Fun fact about me: I used to work in radio broadcasting and in 2000, I went to work for KMOX, the voice of the St. Louis Cardinals. During that time, I got to meet and know the legendary voice of the Redbirds, Hall of…

    58 Likes
    Xeremy Hall 🟠🟢🔵
    Xeremy Hall 🟠🟢🔵
    Oct 11, 2025

    I worked on this movie in the fall of 2023. We had a great locations team and did the best job that we could given the circumstances we had to overcome. The O'Leary family were wonderful to work with. I personally got to work with John and his parents and they couldn't…

    44 Likes
    rightchandman
    rightchandman
    Jun 24, 2026

    okay but i feel like most kids have common sense not to play with gasoline?? idk. anyways my bestie said it best by saying its “inspiration porn” which is exactly what it is. its trying way too hard to be inspiring but it was so boring and has such awful acting. it’s…

    43 Likes
    tommy🥀
    tommy🥀
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    Oct 11, 2025

    John O’ Leary was severely burned in a freak accident as a child, leaving his body 100% affected. We see his miraculous survival and learning he is worth more underneath his scars. While the film did water my eyes a little, it also came with noticeable setbacks. Some lines…

    36 Likes
    Closed Caption Films
    Closed Caption Films
    Oct 14, 2025

    Guy reminds me of Charlie Kirk.

    35 Likes
    Godisgood
    Godisgood
    Jan 13, 2026

    I just be watching anything

    26 Likes
    Diana Shaughnessy
    Diana Shaughnessy

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Top Reviews
  • Jen
    Jen loved
    Soul on Fire

    This is a fantastic story. It’s based on a true story and it’s just a powerful moving story. I was fighting tears this entire movie. This is a messy for everyone.

    11M
    BUTTERS
    BUTTERS liked
    Soul on Fire

    Trash production quality, Cheesy acting and confusing editing. However, the true story and messages in the film are awesome.

    8M
    Addison Abernathy
    Addison Abernathy loved
    Soul on Fire

    I cried happy and sad tears about ten times during this movie. It is a wonderful story that was heartbreaking and inspiring.

    8M
  • Abieee
    Abieee loved
    Soul on Fire

    OH MY HEART… This made me tear up so many times oh my gosh..

    5M
    Memkin
    Memkin is "meh" on
    Soul on Fire

    Acting and writing were super cheesy but, it’s a great story.

    8M
    Danyfern18
    Danyfern18 loved
    Soul on Fire

    So heartwarming and amazing. Definitely a must watch

    11M
  • Sparkinator
    Sparkinator liked
    Soul on Fire

    An inspiring movie!! This movie was fire

    12M
    Jess
    Jess loved
    Soul on Fire

    Im too emotional 😭😭😭

    2M
    Maximus22
    Maximus22 liked
    Soul on Fire

    Good inspiration movie.

    4M

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#inspiring
#truestory
#familyfriendly
#mustsee
#allthefeels
#greatcast

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  • MG
    Mike Gomez
    #encouraging

    Powerful encouraging for strength

    KB
    Kaylene Balzer
    #showedtheheartbreak
    #mustsee
    #truestory

    Great family movie to encourage any age not to ever give up.

    ML
    Mark Locricchio
    #datenight
    #truestory
    #familyfriendly
  • VH
    Virginia Hymel
    #inspiring
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    RP
    Ronicia Plummer
    #inspiring
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    MA
    Maria Adair
    #mustsee
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  • CG
    C Gariepy
    #truestory
    RS
    Rodney Shaw
    #great
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    SO
    Sabina O’Hearn
    #surprising
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Soul On Fire (2025) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG (Parental Guidance Suggested). It's generally considered a family-friendly movie.
How long is Soul On Fire (2025)?
The movie is 1hr 51min long.
What's Soul On Fire (2025) about?
A young boy, has no chance of survival after suffering a terrible accident where suffers burns in all his body. In his struggle to live and show us what is possible, he ends up relying on his family, his faith and the entire city.
Who's the cast of Soul On Fire (2025)?
  • William H. Macy
  • John Corbett
  • Joel Courtney
  • Stephanie Szostak
  • Richard Esteras
  • DeVon Franklin
  • Bourke Floyd
  • Erik Aude as Fabulous prisoner Henry The Great
  • Masey McLain
  • Natalie Buck as Nurse Colleen
Who's the director behind Soul On Fire (2025)?
Sean McNamara directed Soul On Fire (2025).
Who produced Soul On Fire (2025)?
David Brookwell, Margaret French-Isaac and J. Todd Harris produced Soul On Fire (2025).