Unsung Hero

Unsung Hero is a 2024 American Christian drama film written and co-directed by Richard Ramsey and Joel Smallbone. Released on April 26, 2024, the film follows Rebecca, Joel, and Luke Smallbone of For King & Country, and their life journey to become Christian recording artists.
== Plot ==
In 1991, the Smallbone family moved from Australia to Nashville, Tennessee in pursuit of a new beginning amidst adversity. David and his wife, Helen, uproot their lives and seven children, seeking refuge in Nashville after the collapse of David's music company in Australia. 
As the family settles into their new home, they encounter numerous challenges, including financial struggles and the daunting task of starting over in a foreign country. Despite the uncertainty, Helen's unwavering faith and David's determination propel them forward, instilling hope and resilience in their children. 
Three of the Smallbone siblings, Joel, Luke and Rebecca St. James, grow their musical talents and navigate the competitive music industry. Joel and Luke eventually form the acclaimed duo For King & Country, while Rebecca St. James embarks on her own successful career as a Christian recording artist. 
== Cast ==
== Production ==
On 30 November 2022, Joel and Luke Smallbone announced via social media that they had made a film with their brother Ben about their mother. The film is scheduled to release on 26 April 2024 by Lionsgate and produced by Kingdom Story Company.
The film was directed by Joel Smallbone, making his directorial debut, and written by Joel Smallbone and Richard Ramsey. The cast also includes Jonathan Jackson, Candace Cameron Bure, Kirrilee Berger, Lucas Black, Terry O'Quinn, and Hillary Scott. The production team comprises producers Justin Tolley, Josh Walsh, and Luke Smallbone.
== Release ==
The film was released in the United States on April 26, 2024. It is scheduled to be released in Australia on May 30, coinciding with For King & County's "Homecoming" musical tour through Australia and New Zealand. In the lead-up to the film, For King & County released an updated version of "Place in this World", featuring Michael W. Smith, who originally released the song in 1991.
== Reception ==
===Box office ===
In the United States and Canada, Unsung Hero was released alongside Challengers and Boy Kills World, and is projected to gross around $6 million from 2,800 theaters in its opening weekend. The film made $3.7 million on its first day, including $1.67 million from preview screenings.
===Critical response===
 Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film a rare average grade of "A+" on an A+ to F scale, while those polled by PostTrak gave it a 96% overall positive score, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it.
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== References ==
Category:2024 films
Category:Films starring Daisy Betts
Category:Films starring Joel Smallbone
Category:Films starring Kirrilee Berger
Category:Films starring Jonathan Jackson
Category:Films starring Lucas Black
Category:Films starring Candace Cameron Bure
Category:Films starring Diesel La Torraca
Category:Films starring JJ Pantano
Category:Films starring Hillary Scott
Category:Films starring Lance E. Nichols
Category:Films starring Roslyn Gentle
Category:Films starring Kevin Downes
Category:Films starring Rachel Hendrix
Category:Films starring Lily Lumpkin
Category:Films starring Don Most
Category:Films starring Terry O'Quinn
Category:Films starring Libby Smallbone
Category:Films starring Rebecca St. James
Category:Films starring Beau Wirick
Category:Lionsgate films
Category:American drama films
Category:American films based on actual events
Category:Films about evangelicalism
Category:Films set in Tennessee
Category:Films set in 1991
Category:2020s English-language films
Category:2020s American films