Self-important, over-dramatic, uninspired.

Easily the biggest piece of Right wing non sense propaganda I ever saw.

Story: It's very simple but honestly that is fine.

Worth seeing just to witness how winsome it is.

I like everyone else recall Kevin Sorbo more for "Hercules The Legendary Journeys" than anything else. Even two of his major motion pictures, "Kull" and "Meet The Spartans" were cousins and/or extensions of that role so to see him playing someone more mortal is a dramatic leap. In "What If?," Kevin plays the same character as Nicolas Cage in "Family Man," a successful businessman who discovers the alternate life he might have had if he had made another choice; in this instance if he had followed his religious training and become a preacher. Kristy Swanson plays the girlfriend he left behind and the wife he could have had. Disney actress Debby Ryan plays their teenage daughter with an attitude, and John Ratzenberger, the voice behind all those Pixar films, is the wise angel that takes Kevin on his alternate reality trip. One of the fun parts is that Kevin references "It's A Wonderful Life" when he goes fighting against his role as a husband in the married universe. The plot is very predictable, but the religious undertone is not as strong as you would thing. Although its called a comedy, the humor is subtle; the film is actually more fantasy than a straight comedy, but it is very enjoyable and likable. I'm sure a lot of people will appreciate the religious connotations in this film, but as a family fantasy, adults may get it more than kids.

Ben Walker (Kevin Sorbo) isn't looking for a second chance. He thinks he did alright the first time around. He's wealthy, the boy wonder of a powerful corporation, and has a gorgeous fiancé' who adores him (or at least his bank account). So when a scruffy old guy called Mike who claims to be an angel (John Ratzenberger) comes along and offers Ben a second chance, Ben turns him down cold. Turns out that Ben doesn't really have a choice… …and when he comes to, Ben finds himself back in the small town he worked so hard to escape, married to his old girlfriend Wendy (Kristy Swanson) and apparently the father of two daughters. To his chagrin, Ben discovers this version of himself is anything but wealthy, and to top it off, he finds out that he's now a minister…just as he's introduced to his new church. Could things possibly get any worse? Or will Ben discover his real life isn't all he thought it was? What If is great little film about the choices we make and the fact that there is indeed a plan for everyone's life. Ben Walker resists this idea, and angrily tells Mike that life has no point: you live, you die, that's it. But Ben didn't always think like that. Fifteen years ago he was on the brink of joining the seminary, and he and Wendy were preparing for a life of ministry together. But Ben left Wendy at the bus station one day and never went back. That day he didn't only break a promise to Wendy, but to God as well.Kevin Sorbo is absolutely terrific as Ben, and wonderfully conveys the hapless protagonist's gradual transformation from oily and arrogant businessman to frustrated refugee in an alternate timeline to loving father, husband, and pastor. Sorbo has always been a charismatic actor, and his role in What If may be the highlight of his career. Kristy Swanson is likewise great as Ben's loving but confused wife Wendy, and John Ratzenberger imbues his angelic character with personality and down-to-earth sincerity. The script doesn't shy away from religious themes and tackles some weighty ones, but never becomes preachy or cliché.There are a lot of spiritual films out there during the Christmas season each year, but few of them will hold a candle to What If.

I can understand some folks not liking this movie...however, If you like "fantasy", and you could say "si-fi", and of course heart warming family stories, this is for you...Hot shot successful business man gets to go back for a second shot at life...All actors are endearing and play the parts well as they steal your heart.Not enough of these movies around...Like I said earlier, this is a movie for Christian believers especially...Maybe it will turn a heart of the non-believer...who knows

Have you ever wondered what your life would be like if you had made different choices? Can we really have a second chance in life to do things differently?What If...a new Christian movie in theatrical release from Pure Flix Entertainment starring Kevin Sorbo, Kristy Swanson, Debby Ryan, and John Ratzenberger offers a whimsical look into one man's life and the choices he's made over a fifteen year period. The story follows a similar theme as the classic "It's a Wonderful Life" but with a little twist.What If... is currently playing at one of our local theaters, so I went to see it this afternoon. I cannot tell you how much I love this movie! Everything about the production is top quality (not to mention the added bonus that some of it was filmed in MY city...hooray for Grand Rapids, MI!) and I am thrilled to encourage everyone I know to go out and see it. This is a movie filled with humor and a wonderful message reminding us of God's love and that He has a good plan for each one of our lives.Here's the plain and simple: What If... truly delivers from beginning to end! Great story, superior acting, and just fun to watch.By the way, hat's off to Pure Flix Entertainment! A Christian production company which is obviously stepping up it's game and offering top quality movies for all audiences. I can't wait to see what they give us next, especially if it's performed with the same excellence as "What If..."So if your looking for a great family film check out the official What If... website and find out when and where it's playing in your area. If it's not available then make sure you join the campaign to bring the film to your city because your going to want to take your whole church on a field trip to see it! It would also make an awesome date night movie (hint, hint!)