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Soul On Fire Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

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Soul On Fire

Coming Out: Friday, October 10, 2025 Theaters

Inspired by the miraculous life of John O'Leary.

Director: Sean McNamara

Starring: William H. Macy • John Corbett • Joel Courtney • DeVon Franklin • Masey McLain

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Filming completed; editing of shot film; music composition and recordings, as well as sound and visual effects being added. Sony Pictures Entertainment's AFFIRM Films have dated their newest film Soul On Fire for October 2025.

April 20, 2025

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Plot – What's the story about?

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Plot
John O'Leary's story begins with his miraculous recovery from a near death accident when he was 9-years-old. Given no chance of survival, John endures an unbelievable road to recovery with the support of his family, faith, community and the kindness of his all-time idol, Baseball Hall of Fame Announcer Jack Buck. Grateful for his miracle and shaped by life's struggles, John's mission to better the world inspires millions to do the extraordinary.
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Who stars in Soul On Fire: Cast List

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Crew Behind the Film

The film's director Sean McNamara last helmed Reagan and Vindicta. The film's writer Gregory Poirier last penned Knox Goes Away and National Treasure 2 - Book of Secrets.

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David Brookwell
J. Todd Harris
Margaret French Isaac
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Production Details

What we know about the Soul On Fire movie production.

Key Facts

  • The movie was shot in St. Louis, MO, John O'Leary's hometown, in many of the exact locations where pivotal events in his life occurred. 2025-04-20
  • "I make movies about miracles. I believe in miracles. John O'Leary is a walking miracle. I've been blessed to film his extraordinary story that has inspired people to overcome extreme loss. While making Soul On Fire I watched John speak to a group of 'Wounded Warriors' and was blown away at his speaking talents, and his ability to transform lives by telling them his amazing story detailed in his book, On Fire. I can't wait to share with the world the story of John O'Leary's miraculous life," says Director and Producer Sean McNamara. 2025-04-20
  • "We've followed John's developing story for years and when the call came in from Sean McNamara about the opportunity to partner together again, we jumped in. The life-changing elements of this story are what we look for at AFFIRM and what our audiences connect to so enthusiastically," says Rich Peluso, head of AFFIRM Films. 2025-04-20
  • The film is inspired by the true story and 2016 bestselling book On Fire by John O'Leary. 2025-04-20

Production Updates for Soul On Fire

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Changed Soul On Fire movie production status. Sony Pictures Entertainment's AFFIRM Films have dated their newest film Soul On Fire for October 2025.

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Soul On Fire is scheduled for release in nationwide movie theaters on Friday, October 10, 2025. There are 5 other movies scheduled for release on the same date, including TRON: Ares, Animal Friends and After the Hunt.

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