Unsung Hero is a forthcoming American Christian drama film directed by Richard Ramsey and Joel Smallbone. The film follows the Smallbone family, including Rebecca (stage name Rebecca St. James), Joel and Luke Smallbone of For King & Country, who become Christian recording artists.
Unsung Hero’s Release Date
The film Unsung Hero will be released exclusively in North American theaters on April 26. We do not yet know if or when Unsung Hero will be released in the United Kingdom. Unsung Hero shares a release date with the Zendaya-led tennis drama Challengers.
The Cast of Unsung Heroes
Joel Smallbone is slated to portray his father David to contribute to the screen adaptation of the Smallbone family’s journey to prosperity in America. While his most prominent recognition is as a member of the duo For King + Country, Joel Smallbone has also appeared in several films as an actor, such as Journey to Bethlehem, Like a Country Song, The Book of Esther, and Priceless.
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Daisy Betts co-stars with Joel Smallbone in the role of Helen Smallbone, the matriarch of the household. Her television credits include numerous episodes of Castle, Persons Unknown, Out of the Blue, and Harry’s Law, as well as Last Resort and Chicago Fire. These are her most recognizable roles.
Daniel Smallbone is portrayed by Paul Luke Bonnenfant of The Romanoffs, Rebecca Smallbone is portrayed by Kirrilee Berger of Grown-ish, Ben Smallbone is portrayed by Tenz McCall of Monster, Luke Smallbone is portrayed by JJ Pantano of Full Disclosure, Joel Smallbone is represented by Diesel La Torraca of Ginny & Georgia, Josh Smallbone is portrayed by Angus K. Caldwell, and Grandpa James is portrayed by Terry O’Quinn of The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live.
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Plot of the Unsung Hero
Joel Smallbone and Richard L. Ramsay co-wrote the Unsung Hero script. The official synopsis is as follows: “David Smallbone relocates his family from Australia to the US in quest of a better future after his prosperous music business fails. David and his expectant wife Helen started over, starting over with nothing but their six children, their luggage, and their passion for music. Based on an incredible true story, a mother encourages her husband and kids to hold onto their faith in the face of overwhelming adversity.”
Production For Unsung Hero
Joel and Luke Smallbone declared via social media on 30 November 2022 that they and their sibling Ben had produced a film about their mother; however, no release date was specified. Lionsgate has slated the April 26, 2024, release date for the film, which is being produced by Kingdom Story Company.
In his capacity as the film’s director, Joel Smallbone makes his directorial debut. Co-authored by Joel Smallbone and Richard Ramsey, the screenplay for “Unsung Hero” constructs a narrative revolving around the Personal Journeys of the Smallbone family. Smallbone assumes the character of his father, David Smallbone, in the film, while Daisy Betts plays the family matriarch, Helen Smallbone.
Jonathan Jackson, Candace Cameron Bure, Kirrilee Berger, Lucas Black, Terry O’Quinn, and Hillary Scott are also featured in the cast. Producing members of the production team are Luke Smallbone, Josh Walsh, and Justin Tolley. The release date of the trailer was November 13, 2023.
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