Blessed Assurance (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film
Released in 1997, Blessed Assurance is a drama and tv movie film directed by Peter Bogdanovich, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. Convinced that he's entitled to a life of fame and fortune, Korean War vet Jerry Shand (Grant Show) returns home to his fiancee (Lori Loughlin) and pursues a lucrative --if unprincipled -- insurance career. But when he meets the elderly client Vesta (Cicely Tyson), she begins to shed light on the destructive path Jerry has chosen to travel. Peter Bogdanovich directs this film set against the backdrop of racial tensions in the American South.
Who’s in it. Blessed Assurance stars Grant Show as Jerry Shand, Cicely Tyson as Vesta Lotte Battle, Lori Loughlin as Leslie and George Wendt as Sam, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blessed Assurance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blessed Assurance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blessed Assurance (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blessed Assurance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Blessed Assurance?
- Blessed Assurance stars Grant Show, Cicely Tyson, Lori Loughlin, George Wendt and Cari Shayne.
- When was Blessed Assurance released?
- Blessed Assurance was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.