I just watched Denzel’s ’90s romantic comedy and I’m not sure even he can convince me to like Christmas movies
The review discusses the film 'The Preacher's Wife,' starring Denzel Washington and Whitney Houston. While the movie has a notable cast and some entertaining moments, the reviewer finds its premise increasingly strange upon reflection. Ultimately, the film is deemed a standard romantic comedy that may not appeal to everyone, including the reviewer.
- ▪The film features Denzel Washington as an angel sent to help a pastor and his wife during Christmas.
- ▪Despite its interesting premise and strong performances, the movie is criticized for its standard rom-com elements.
- ▪The soundtrack by Whitney Houston became the best-selling gospel album of all time.
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Entertainment Movies I just watched Denzel’s ’90s romantic comedy and I’m not sure even he can convince me to like Christmas movies Opinion By Malcolm McMillan published 23 May 2026 'The Preacher's Wife' is one of the weirdest rom-coms I've ever seen When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Alamy) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The Tom's Guide Verdict: 'The Preacher's Wife'Rating: ★★½ starsVerdict: There's surely an audience for this movie, and I'm surely not it. "The Preacher's Wife" may be better made and better cast than a Hallmark Christmas movie, but the vibes are the same.
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