Like Arrows (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Like Arrows is a 2018 drama directed by Kevin Peeples, starring Garry Nation as Older Charlie, Elizabeth Becka and Alex Kendrick. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes and earned $928,265 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 75/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 43m (103 min)
- Director
- Kevin Peeples
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Kendrick Brothers
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Like Arrows About?
The premise of Like Arrows without spoilers.
Charlie and Alice find their family strained by conflict and teenage rebellion. Facing resentment and struggling to connect with their children, they are compelled to re-evaluate their parenting approach. Through this journey of change, they unexpectedly discover practical and enduring solutions that were within reach all along.
Like Arrows Themes & Keywords
· 10 tags- unexpected pregnancy
- marriage proposal
- reference to shania twain
- ultrasound
- library
- father son relationship
- cooking
- time jump
- fiftieth anniversary
- christian film
Like Arrows Cast & Characters
Garry Nation leads the cast as Older Charlie, with Elizabeth Becka as Older Alice and Alex Kendrick as 42-year-old Josh. Directed by Kevin Peeples; 21 actors are credited in all.
- Director Kevin Peeples
- Garry Nation as Older Charlie
- Elizabeth Becka as Older Alice
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Alex Kendrick as 42-year-old Josh - Les Best as 50 year old Ronnie
Also Starring in Like Arrows
· 17 more- Joseph Curtis Callender Kenneth
- Dave Blamy Pastor
- Anisa Nyell Johnson Teresa
- Katherine Shepler 15-year-old Kate
- Justin Livingston 18-year-old Ronnie
- Frances Dell Bendert 47-year-old Kate
- Emma Dison Brantley 13 year old Faith
- Elliana Papageorgiou 12-year-old Kate
- Victoria Anastasi 20 year old Kate
- Jaden Bishop 14 Year old Josh
- Carter Babcock 10 year old Josh
- Jason Rhymer Older Rick
- Dawson R. Shea 15-year-old Ronnie
- Tara Warolin 40-year-old Kate
- Kathleen Dellinger Susan
- Joel Dellinger Christopher
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More from Kevin Peeples
One more film directed by Kevin Peeples: Lifemark.
Like Arrows Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 75/100, strongest in rewatch factor (85) and weakest in sensory experience (65).
Like Arrows Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, Like Arrows delivers a resonant faith‑driven narrative that connects with family audiences, though its technical execution shows inconsistency. Positive feedback highlights the film’s inspirational message, relatable characters, and moments that linger after viewing, while criticism centers on uneven visual polish and occasional disjointed transitions. The strong emotional core and repeat‑view appeal offset the production flaws, resulting in a solid, if imperfect, viewing experience.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 70
In terms of art and craft, the film shows competent production values but suffers from noticeable technical lapses. Reviewers commend the overall production design and occasional effective framing, yet point to shaky camerawork, abrupt scene changes, and limited visual variety stemming from the predominance of home‑interior settings. These inconsistencies detract from visual cohesion, leaving the artistic execution at a modest level.
- Character & Emotion 75
When evaluating character and emotion, the performances largely succeed in conveying familial bonds and personal growth. Several reviewers praise the acting as on point and emotionally resonant, especially in scenes involving parents and children. A few criticisms note uneven acting in specific moments, but overall the cast delivers believable chemistry that supports the film’s thematic goals. The character work therefore rates favorably.
- Story & Flow 75
Regarding story and flow, the narrative presents an uplifting arc centered on faith and family values. Most feedback highlights a clear, inspirational plot that engages audiences and offers practical lessons. However, some viewers mention abrupt time jumps and underdeveloped subplots that interrupt pacing. Despite these structural hiccups, the core storyline remains coherent and purposeful, yielding a generally strong storytelling assessment.
- Sensory Experience 65
The sensory experience blends a supportive score with adequate sound design, though visual styling is uneven. Positive comments note a fitting soundtrack that underscores emotional beats, while criticism focuses on inconsistent camera stability and limited visual dynamism due to static indoor settings. The overall auditory component is solid, but the visual aspect lowers the sensory impact to a moderate level.
- Rewatch Factor 85
In terms of rewatch factor, the film possesses a notable lasting appeal for its target audience. Viewers repeatedly cite the inspiring message, relatable family moments, and thoughtful themes as reasons to return. Even with technical imperfections, the emotional resonance and practical takeaways encourage multiple viewings and discussion. Consequently, the rewatch potential scores highly.
Like Arrows Box Office
Like Arrows grossed $928,265 worldwide. $817,990 came from the US and Canada and $110,275 (12%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$928.3K
- US & Canada
- $818K
- International
- $110.3K
Like Arrows Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Like Arrows.
Like Arrows Also Known As
Also known as “Săgețile din tolbă”.
- Also known as
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- Săgețile din tolbă
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Like Arrows FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Like Arrows, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Like Arrows?
Like Arrows runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
When was Like Arrows released?
Like Arrows was released on May 1, 2018.
Who directed Like Arrows?
Like Arrows was directed by Kevin Peeples.
More films by Kevin Peeples Who is in the cast of Like Arrows?
Like Arrows stars Garry Nation as Older Charlie, Elizabeth Becka as Older Alice and Alex Kendrick as 42-year-old Josh, among 21 credited actors.
How much did Like Arrows make at the box office?
Like Arrows grossed $928,265 worldwide ($817,990 domestic, $110,275 international).
Does Like Arrows have a post-credit scene?
No. Like Arrows has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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