UPlifting True Stories

UPlifting True Stories

True stories to uplift and inspire.

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UPlifting True Stories
  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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...

  • 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

  • Extraordinary

    Movie

    Based on a true marriage journey, this is the story of ultra-marathon runner and college professor David Horton, his wife, Nancy, and their attempt to finish their marriage race well. TV-PG

  • 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.

  • I Will Soar

    Movie

    TV-PG-D. This documentary follows the true story of one community, one high school, and one coach; how he produced a winning football season and hit record numbers of first-generation students attending university.

  • Tulsa

    Movie

    Inspired by true events - a desperate Marine biker's life is turned upside-down when he is united with the sassy 9-year-old daughter he never knew existed. Viewer Discretion Advised. TV-14

  • 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

  • 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

  • Mary White

    Movie

    The true story of the relationship between famed author William Allen White and his teenaged daughter Mary, who died in a horseback-riding accident at age 16. TV-PG-L

  • Harry & Snowman

    Movie

    TV-PG-V. The story of immigrant Harry DeLeyer and the plow horse he rescued from slaughter.

  • The Last Champion

    Movie

    TV-14. A former championship wrestler is forced to face his past when he returns to the hometown he left in disgrace twenty years earlier. Can he become the hero his town expected or will he remain a prisoner of his past mistakes?

  • 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.

  • The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry

    Movie

    Rated TV-G Twelve-year-olds Dustin, Albert and Mark are looking forward to a summer of fun in 1970. When Dustin mows the lawn of seventy-five year old Jonathan Sperry, a unique friendship develops.

  • Meet the Patels

    Movie

    Ravi is turning 30 and gets help from his parents and family to look for a wife in the traditional Indian way, finding himself in a love triangle between the woman of his dreams, and his parents.TV-PG