I Can Only Imagine 2(2026)

PG
Rated PG for thematic material and some language.
1h 50m

Release Date: Feb 20, 2026 | Wide

Bart Millard, lead singer of MercyMe, faces a personal crisis at the peak of his success. As his world unravels, he struggles with his beliefs and inner demons while seeking a path through adversity.

Releases

Original Release | Feb 20, 2026

Box Office Results

Updated as of May 24, 2026 11:25 AM ET

Results

Opening Weekend US & Canada:
$7,750,583
Total US & Canada:
$18,588,615
Total International
$155,344
Total Worldwide:
$18,743,959

Current Showtimes

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Thu Aug 20
Fri Aug 21
Sat Aug 22
Sun Aug 23
Mon Aug 24
Tue Aug 25
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Director & Top Cast

Andrew Erwin
Director

Brent Mccorkle
Director

John Michael Finley
Bart

Milo Ventimiglia
Tim

Sophie Skelton
Shannon

Arielle Kebbel
Hilary

Sammy Dell

Sam

Mark Furze

Nathan

Ezra Proch

Robby

Jason Burkey

Mike

Aaron Benward

Barry

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes

Dr. Ramirez

Trace Adkins

Brickell

Dennis Quaid

Arthur

Randy McDowell

Jim

Island Austin

Gracie

Jake Miles Johnston

Charlie

Isabella Moon

Sophie

Technical Specifications

Aspect Ratio: 2.39 : 1

Other Details

Country of Origin: United States

Language: English

Summaries

Storyline

After the huge success of the song "I Can Only Imagine," Bart Millard is enjoying fame with MercyMe-sold-out arenas, fans everywhere, and a thriving career. But his personal life starts to fray, especially his relationships with his wife Shannon and their son Sam. When singer-songwriter Tim Timmons enters Bart's orbit during a major tour, their friendship pushes Bart to confront old wounds, family strain, and what faith looks like when life is painful. The film is billed as the next chapter behind the story of MercyMe's song "Even If."

Movie Review

I Can Only Imagine 2

Extracting more drama from the life of MercyMe frontman Bart Millard proves difficult for this unnecessary sequel.

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Fun Facts

I Can Only Imagine 2 (2026) continues MercyMe frontman Bart Millard's story after the original's success, following his sold-out arenas and thriving career while facing family struggles—especially his fragile bond with son Sam—and a deepening friendship with newcomer Tim Timmons.