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IMDb rating 5.6
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Critic William Thomas
rated 6

Saturday night disposable fluff is rarely as warm-hearted or exuberant as this.

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Cast & Crew

Jonathan Lynn
Director
Mike Epps
As Lucius
Beyoncé
As Lilly
Cuba Gooding Jr.
As Darrin Hill
Wendell Pierce
As Reverend Lewis
Faizon Love
As Prison Warden
Rue McClanahan
As Nancy Stringer

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The Fighting Temptations follows the journey of Darrin Hill, a slick-talking but down-on-his-luck advertising executive who returns to his hometown in Georgia to claim his inheritance from his deceased aunt. However, before he can collect the money, he must fulfill his aunt's final wish - to create a local choir and lead them to victory in the annual "Gospel Explosion" competition. Along the way, Darrin encounteres a cast of colorful characters, including his childhood friend and crush Lilly, and must navigate the challenges of directing the choir while also trying to win the competition. With a mix of comedy, romance, and music, The Fighting Temptations is a heartwarming and entertaining film that will keep you laughing and cheering for more.

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The Fighting Temptations was released in theaters on September 19, 2003.