Come to the Stable1949Come to the Stable
1949
Two French nuns arrive in Bethlehem, Connecticut, determined to build a children's hospital on a hill they don't own and can't pay for. Armed with prayer and cheerful audacity, they win over a painter, a songwriter, and a racketeer.
The default: films the whole family can watch together; any scary or intense moments for the littlest viewers are flagged in the Context Notes.
Why it’s here
Faith that moves mountains, and stubborn neighbors, with humor and grace. The sisters' confidence in God's provision is delightful.
Context notes
For parents, before you press play.
The sisters cheerfully badger and outmaneuver people (including a racketeer) to get their hospital, which is played for comedy. Mild period drinking and smoking.
Come to the Stable (1949)
Discussion questions
When the credits end, go around the room. Each person gives the film a score out of ten and says why.
- Why were the sisters so sure the hospital would be built?
- How did they win over people who said no?
- What did Amelia learn from them?
- What would you have prayed for?
Content advisory
IMDb parents guide (via WebSearch): no violence or profanity; mild period drinking and smoking.
Best edition
The disc comes first.
Come to the Stable DVD (Fox Cinema Archives)
DVD · October 16, 2012
Blu-ray listed on Blu-ray.com (release date unconfirmed)
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Where to stream
Streaming services are not listed yet. When they are, this note stays secondary to the disc.