Inspired by the miraculous life of John O'Leary.
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Release Date:
Friday, October 10, 2025 Nationwide
Thursday, January 8, 2026 Netflix
thematic content including burn injuries, some peril and suggestive material
Plot: What's the story about?
John O'Leary's story begins with his miraculous recovery from a near death accident when he was 9-years-old. Given no chance of survival, John endures an unbelievable road to recovery with the support of his family, faith, community and the kindness of his all-time idol, Baseball Hall of Fame Announcer Jack Buck. Grateful for his miracle and shaped by life's struggles, John's mission to better the world inspires millions to do the extraordinary.
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Who stars in Soul On Fire: Cast List
The Running Man, Train Dreams
The Silence, Ramona and Beezus
Jesus Revolution, The Empty Man
'Tis So Sweet
I'm Not Ashamed
R.I.P.D., Dinner for Schmucks
Who's making Soul On Fire: Crew List
A look at the Soul On Fire behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Sean McNamara last directed Reagan and Vindicta. The film's writer Gregory Poirier last wrote Knox Goes Away and National Treasure 2 - Book of Secrets.
Director
Screenwriter
Producers
David BrookwellJ. Todd Harris
Margaret French Isaac
Sean McNamara
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Production: What we know about Soul On Fire?
Key Facts
- “Watching my life unfold on screen has been humbling, emotional, and honestly surreal,” said John O’Leary. “Soul On Fire isn’t just about me — it’s about all of us. It’s a reminder of what’s possible when we say yes to life, even after the fire.” 2025-07-06
- The movie was shot in St. Louis, MO, John O'Leary's hometown, in many of the exact locations where pivotal events in his life occurred. 2025-04-20
- "I make movies about miracles. I believe in miracles. John O'Leary is a walking miracle. I've been blessed to film his extraordinary story that has inspired people to overcome extreme loss. While making Soul On Fire I watched John speak to a group of 'Wounded Warriors' and was blown away at his speaking talents, and his ability to transform lives by telling them his amazing story detailed in his book, On Fire. I can't wait to share with the world the story of John O'Leary's miraculous life," says Director and Producer Sean McNamara. 2025-04-20
- "We've followed John's developing story for years and when the call came in from Sean McNamara about the opportunity to partner together again, we jumped in. The life-changing elements of this story are what we look for at AFFIRM and what our audiences connect to so enthusiastically," says Rich Peluso, head of AFFIRM Films. 2025-04-20
- The film is inspired by the true story and 2016 bestselling book On Fire by John O'Leary. 2025-04-20
Filming Timeline
- 2025 - June: The film was set to Completed status.
- 2025 - April: The film was set to Post-Production status.
Sony Pictures Entertainment's AFFIRM Films have dated their newest film Soul On Fire for October 2025.
Soul On Fire Release Date: When was the film released?
Rent / BuySoul On Fire was a nationwide release in 2025 on Friday, October 10, 2025. There were 21 other movies released on the same date, including TRON: Ares, Roofman and Kiss of the Spider Woman.
