Heaven Can Wait (1978)

Ceremony Year: 1979Category: Best Production DesignReleased: 1978

Nominated Talent & Credits

Paul Sylbert— Art Direction: Paul Sylbert, Edwin O'Donovan; Set Decoration: George Gaines

Edwin O'Donovan— Art Direction: Paul Sylbert, Edwin O'Donovan; Set Decoration: George Gaines

George Gaines— Art Direction: Paul Sylbert, Edwin O'Donovan; Set Decoration: George Gaines

Synopsis / Overview

Joe Pendleton is a quarterback preparing to lead his team to the superbowl when he is almost killed in an accident. An overanxious angel plucks him to heaven only to discover that he wasn't ready to die, and that his body has been cremated. A new body must be found, and that of a recently-murdered millionaire is chosen. His wife and accountant—the murderers—are confused by this development, as he buys the L.A. Rams in order to once again quarterback them into the Superbowl.

Historical Academy Record

ART DIRECTION — 51st Academy Awards (1979)

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