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The Preacher’s Wife is a 1996 fantasy comedy-drama directed by Penny Marshall and featuring Denzel Washington, Whitney Houston, and Courtney B. Vance. It serves as a remake of the 1947 film *The Bishop's Wife*, itself adapted from Robert Nathan’s 1928 novel. The story explores themes present in both earlier iterations of the narrative.

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What is The Preacher's Wife?

The Preacher’s Wife is a 1996 fantasy comedy-drama directed by Penny Marshall and featuring Denzel Washington, Whitney Houston, and Courtney B. Vance. It serves as a remake of the 1947 film *The Bishop's Wife*, itself adapted from Robert Nathan’s 1928 novel. The story explores themes present in both earlier iterations of the narrative.

How good is The Preacher's Wife?
The Preacher's Wife scores 5.95/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Fantasy Movie category.
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