- Release date: 2008
- Runtime: 99 min
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Starring: Luke Wilson, Radha Mitchell, Adriana Barraza, George Lopez ... See all
- Director: Mark Pellington
- Plot: Henry Poole abandons his fiancée and family business to spend what he believes are his remaining days alone. The discovery of a "miracle" by a nosy neighbor ruptures his solitude... Read more
User Reviews
Best movie I've seen in many years...
Oct 14, 2008
jakeh - imdb.com
Oct 14, 2008jakeh - imdb.com
"Henry Poole Is Here" (and the accompanying soundtrack) is absolutely brilliant! The best work Luke Wilson has done thus far in his career. The story itself is beautifully woven throughout with comedy, anger, and pathos, all accentuated with wonderfully chosen music... Full review
Leaving Los Vegas done Xtian style
Oct 14, 2008
bonsai-superstar - imdb.com
Oct 14, 2008bonsai-superstar - imdb.com
The story: Damn, this was predictable. Smart viewers will figure out the plot about 5 minutes in, after the none-too subtle hints: Henry's diet of vodka and Krispy Kreme, "I don't plan on staying long", his ever-present hangdog expression, the beard,... Full review
Drowning in Treacle
Aug 24, 2008
tom-reid - imdb.com
Aug 24, 2008tom-reid - imdb.com
I'm surprised by the largely positive reviews of this film. Maybe it's a cultural thing, I'm a European living in California. We went to see this movie on the back of some positive press reviews. It starts well, but I was... Full review
I believe in "Henry Poole Is Here."
Aug 20, 2008
reelinspiration - imdb.com
Aug 20, 2008reelinspiration - imdb.com
On a marque crammed with tired summer offerings of over-the-top comedies and action films, I spotted the sweet, small film, "Henry Poole is Here." Like a name sprawled under an aqueduct bridge, it was barely noticeable. "Henry Poole is Here" is... Full review
From an Atheist's PoV...
Aug 18, 2008
Roulette36 - imdb.com
Aug 18, 2008Roulette36 - imdb.com
Though I do not believe in God, I did find this movie powerful and extremely enjoyable to watch. Yes.... This movie will have a strong impact on Christians and faith of God, but it also is a well written and happy... Full review
A slightly quirky movie-length Touched By an Angel
Aug 14, 2008
- imdb.com
Aug 14, 2008- imdb.com
I saw this at a free advanced screening, and I got what I paid for. Going in I knew very little about the movie, which starts out intriguing enough. After Luke Wilson's character moves his scant possessions into a bland suburban... Full review
Faith in Sundance?
Jan 21, 2008
wmjaho - imdb.com
Jan 21, 2008wmjaho - imdb.com
Saw this tonight at Sundance and was torn between two notions: Notion 1: This is a classic Sundance movie. Starring Luke Wilson (now tell me that doesn't just ooze Sundanceness! Dialogue driven. No special effects. Low budget. Notion 2: This is... Full review
News
Caffeinated Clint : Henry Poole is Here
moviehole.net –
2008-09-23
Henry Poole is Here Coming to Blu-ray
thehdroom.com –
2008-09-09
Retailers have added listings for the inspirational drama Henry Poole is Here starring Luke Wilson and Radha Mitchell on Blu-ray Disc, stating a November 4 release from Starz and Anchor Bay Home Entertainment. ... Full Article
New films from a family perspective
scrippsnews.com –
2008-08-29
Rated: PG-13. -- Suitable for: Mature teens and older. -- What you should know: This is a spy thriller starring Don Cheadle as a devout Muslim with a web of connections to terrorist organizations. ... Full Article
By HUNTER HAUK / Quick hhauk@quickdfw.com Luke Wilson has always thrived on the big screen as the flawed but funny Everyman (Old School , Legally Blonde , Idiocracy ) whom you'd want as your ally. The 36-year-old Dallas native also ... Full Article

HENRY POOLE IS HERE -- Official Movie Trailer
Henry Poole is Here Trailer
Henry Poole Is Here - Life Lessons and Movie Review
HENRY POOLE IS HERE -- Official Movie Trailer
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