UPlifting True Stories

UPlifting True Stories

True stories to uplift and inspire.

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UPlifting True Stories
  • Adeline

    Movie

    TV-PG-V. Based on a true story - A small Midwestern community becomes the epicenter for miracles when a mysterious woman brings a healing horse to town.

  • Love Kennedy

    Movie

    TV-PG. Kennedy Hansen is a 15 year old girl with three goals: drive a car, date boys, and be a cheerleader. Even though she contracts a terrible disease, Kennedy is able to triumph over her obstacles and make her dreams come true.

  • The Furnace

    Movie

    TV-PG. Newlyweds Mary and Matt celebrate Christmas - and their passion for running - with two honeymoon tickets to Africa’s ultimate footrace, The Furnace. Their excitement to race together across the biggest animal reserve in the world has them inspired. Then in a horrific flash, everything’s go...

  • Horse Dancer

    Movie

    TV-G. In this true story - When financial troubles threaten to shut down a girls horse camp, one of America's most promising young gymnasts, Samantha Wick, uses her gymnastic prowess to raise money and save the day.

  • Run for the Dream

    Movie

    TV-14. The true story of Gail Devers' quest to fight Graves disease and become the fastest woman in the world. Viewer Discretion Advised.

  • I Can

    Movie

    An UP Faith & Family Premiere Exclusive - TV-PG-DL. Based on a true story, an adulterous couple's daughter, born with one fully developed arm, defies the odds to become a gifted softball player, while her father finds genuine forgiveness and God's true grace.

  • Rally Caps

    Movie

    TV-PG-LV. Based on a true story - A young baseball player has his dreams of pitching for a Little League travel team derailed by a devastating injury on the field.

  • Wish Man

    Movie

    TV-14. In this uplifting true story, an Arizona motorcycle cop, Frank Shankwitz, meets a terminally ill boy named Michael and is inspired to change his life, leading to the creation of the Make-A-Wish foundation.

  • 25 in 24

    Movie

    76 unique songs in 25 different places, this pilgrimage of melody travels all over San Diego, shot in places like a children's hospital, a wedding and a Mexican restaurant with a mariachi band. TV-G

  • Saving Paradise

    Movie

    TV-PG-LV. Inspired by true events - A ruthless corporate raider is forced to return to his small town roots when he inherits his father’s nearly bankrupt pencil factory, which is the heart and soul of the depressed community.

  • Moving Mountains

    Movie

    TV-PG-L. In this true story, an unassuming small-town homemaker teams up with an untested lawyer to save her family from the billion-dollar coal company destroying their health and local natural resources.

  • Greater

    Movie

    TV-PG-L. The true story of Arkansas Razorbacks walk-on offensive lineman Brandon Burlsworth. Devoutly Christian and ridiculed for his portly appearance, he defies the odds to make the Razorbacks' squad in 1994, and develops into an All-American and top NFL prospect.

  • Why She Smiles

    Movie

    The true, inspirational story of 34-year-old Jamie Sorum who is battling Huntington's Disease. TV-PG

  • A Bear Named Winnie

    Movie

    The extraordinary true story of the black bear who would become the inspiration for the stories of A.A. Milne, and the heroic man who saved her life.

  • The Long Rider

    Movie

    TV-PG-L. In this documentary, when Filipe Leite leaves his adoptive home of Canada, the aspiring journalist sets out on an epic quest to ride from Calgary to his family's home in Brazil - and later beyond - entirely on horseback. Inspired by Aimé Tschiffely's 1925 equestrian journey, Filipe's 8 y...

  • Undivided

    Movie

    A documentary following a suburban church that unites with an at-risk high school in Portland to create a viable institution of learning and inspiration for students, staff and volunteers. TV-G

  • Mully

    Movie

    Based on the true story of a man whose stratospheric rise to wealth leaves him questioning his own existence, Mully sets out to enrich orphaned children across Kenya. Viewer Discretion Advised. TV-14

  • The Long Goodbye

    Movie

    TV-PG. A wife and young mother with terminal breast cancer explores the raw edges of dying with grace and dignity.

  • It's Not Yet Dark

    Movie

    A documentary with Simon Fitzmaurice, a talented Irish filmmaker who was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 34 while his wife was expecting their third child, leaving them shocked and reeling. TV-PG-D

  • The 5th Quarter

    Movie

    The true story of Jon Abbate who, driven by the tragic and fatal car crash that took the life of his 15 year-old brother Luke, wears Luke's number five jersey, and helps lead the Wake Forest Demon Deacons to the most successful season in history.

  • My Many Sons

    Movie

    Based on a true story, a legendary basketball coach becomes wheelchair-bound after a nearly fatal car wreck passes Bobby Knight to become the winningest basketball coach in NCAA history. TV-PG

  • Miracle at Manchester

    Movie

    TV-G. Based on a true story about a community that comes together to organize a miracle for a teen battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.

  • My All American

    Movie

    TV-PG. Based on a true story. An underdog on the gridiron faces the toughest challenge of his life after leading his team to a championship season.

  • Walt Before Mickey

    Movie

    This portrait of a young Walt Disney follows his journey from Missouri to Hollywood, as he encounters opportunities, tough deals, and a growing romance. TV-G