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DVD

Soul on fire

Call Number

  • DVD DRAMA (CEN, EAS, OSH)

Languages

In English or Spanish, with optional English, French or Spanish subtitles; English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing, English audio description track.

Performers

Joel Courtney, John Corbett, Stephanie Szostak, Masey McLain, DeVon Franklin, William H. Macy.

Publication Information

Culver City, CA : Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, [2025]

Physical Description

1 videodisc (approximately 112 minutes) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.

Audience

MPA rating: PG; thematic content including burn injuries, some peril and suggestive material.

Summary

"O'Leary's story begins with his miraculous recovery from a near-death accident when he was 9 years old. Give no chance of survival, John endures an unbelievable road to recovery with the support of his family, faith, community and the kindness of his all-time idol, Baseball Hall of Fame announcer Jack Buck. Grateful for his miracle and shaped by life's struggles, John's mission to better the world inspires millions to do the extraordinary."--

Notes

Container insert incorrectly lists aspect ratio as 1.85:1; inspection of media confirms correct aspect ratio is 2.39:1.

Based on the book "On fire" by John O'Leary.

DVD release of the 2025 motion picture.

Special features: The heart of Soul on fire ; Becoming John O'Leary ; John & Jack Buck ; Community impact & everyday heroes ; character spotlights ; deleted scenes.

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