I Can Only Imagine 2
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| Screenplay by | Brent McCorkle |
| Based on | The life story of Bart Millard |
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| Cinematography | Johnny Derango |
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| Distributed by | Lionsgate |
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Running time | 110 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
I Can Only Imagine 2 is an upcoming American Christian biographical drama film directed by Andrew Erwin and Brent McCorkle, from a screenplay written by McCorkle. It serves as the sequel to I Can Only Imagine (2018).
I Can Only Imagine 2 is scheduled to be released in the United States by Lionsgate on February 20, 2026.
Cast
- John Michael Finley as Bart Millard
- Milo Ventimiglia as Tim Timmons
- Sophie Skelton as Shannon Street, Bart's wife. Madeline Carroll portrayed her in the previous film.
- Arielle Kebbel as Hilary Timmons, Tim's wife
- Sammy Dell as Sam Millard, Bart and Shannon's son
- Trace Adkins as Scott Brickell, MercyMe's manager
- Dennis Quaid as Arthur Millard, Bart's late redeemed father
Production
In December 2024, it was announced that a sequel to I Can Only Imagine (2018) was in the works, directed by Andrew Erwin and Brent McCorkle, from a screenplay written by McCorkle.[2] John Michael Finley, Trace Adkins, and Dennis Quaid would reprise their roles from the original film, while Sophie Skelton, Milo Ventimiglia, Arielle Kebbel, Joshua Bassett, and Sammy Dell joined the cast.[3] Principal photography occurred in Nashville, Tennessee.[4]
Release
I Can Only Imagine 2 is scheduled to be released in the United States by Lionsgate on February 20, 2026.[5] It was previously scheduled to release on March 20, 2026.[6]
References
- ^ "Film & Video Search". Maritime Film Classification Board. Archived from the original (Type "I Can Only Imagine 2" in the search box) on August 24, 2025. Retrieved January 28, 2026.
- ^ Stephan, Katcy (December 19, 2024). "'I Can Only Imagine' Sequel in the Works at Lionsgate With Milo Ventimiglia Joining Cast (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved March 20, 2025.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (March 12, 2025). "Four Board Lionsgate & Kingdom Story Company's 'I Can Only Imagine 2'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 20, 2015.
- ^ "I Can Only Imagine 2 Calls for Extras in Nashville". Gospel Music Association. March 19, 2025. Retrieved March 20, 2015.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (May 6, 2025). "'I Can Only Imagine 2' Moves Up In Early Winter 2026". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 6, 2025.
- ^ Stephan, Katcy (March 20, 2025). "'I Can Only Imagine 2' Sets March 2026 Release From Lionsgate (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved March 20, 2025.