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Leap of Faith
Leap of Faith is a half-hour single-camera comedy that aired on NBC in early 2002, right after Friends on NBC's Thursday comedy block at 8:30 PM EST, as part of Must See TV. One of the highest rated shows to be cancelled, the series ended after just six episodes, despite ranking 12th for the season and having an average of 16.5 million viewers per episode.
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Plot Summary
A former con artist, living under a false identity as a preacher in a small town, finds his carefully constructed life threatened when his past catches up with him. As he grapples with his deception and the genuine connections he's made, he must confront whether he can truly escape his old ways or if he's destined to repeat them.
Critical Reception
Leap of Faith (2002) is a made-for-television movie that received a mixed reception. While it aimed for a heartwarming story about redemption, critics and audiences often found its plot predictable and its character development somewhat superficial, though some appreciated its earnest intentions.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its earnest attempt at a redemptive story.
Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
Found to be a sentimental, albeit somewhat formulaic, television film.
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Fun Fact
The film was based on the 1992 film of the same name, which starred Steve Martin as a faith healer.
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