Oh, God!

Oh, God! follows Jerry Landers, a plain spoken grocery store clerk, whose life is turned upside down when a courteous older man appears claiming to be God. The visitor asks Jerry to carry a message to humanity and to persuade others to believe, a task that tests his faith, his family, and his sanity. The request turns routine errands into moments of moral reflection as Jerry asks whether the divine visit is real or a clever con. The film tracks his awkward negotiations with a skeptical world and a patient but amused God who maintains a friendly, no-nonsense approach. The humor is gentle and the film leans into the idea that faith can be practical and humane rather than fiery. Friends, family, and colleagues react with curiosity and skepticism, creating a series of small but telling moments.

Directed by Carl Reiner, Oh, God! is built from an original screenplay by Larry Gelbart and Avery Corman. It arrived in 1977 from Columbia Pictures, pairing a light comedy framework with a gentle spiritual premise that appealed to broad audiences.

It grossed $41,687,243 worldwide, signaling solid appeal for a family friendly fantasy comedy of the late 1970s. The film became a reliable performer for Columbia Pictures and helped establish Burns as a gentle icon of divine authority.

George Burns as God became an instantly recognizable screen image and the pairing with John Denver gave the movie a warm approachable feel. The portrayal helped popularize a sunny take on divine intervention and left a lasting mark on late 70s comedy.

Critics greeted the film as light and affable, balancing humor with a gentle meditation on belief and everyday responsibility. Its central idea asks what happens when a higher voice reaches a regular person and how faith and doubt can share the same moment. This approach has resonated with families seeking light faith centered humor that treats spiritual questions with warmth rather than controversy.