Kendrick Brothers' WAR ROOM Gets Nationwide Theatrical Release Date

War Room, the highly-anticipated fifth film fromAlex and Stephen Kendrick(Fireproof, Courageous, Facing the Giants, Flywheel), will debut in theaters nationwide on August 28, 2015. Sony Pictures Entertainment's TriStar Pictures, distributor ofSoul Surfer, Courageousand last summer's faith-based sensationHeaven is For Real, will release the film, which is rated PG, perfectly positioning it to entertain families of all ages.

The family-friendly movie explores the transformational role prayer plays in the lives of the Jordan family. "We made this film to inspire, challenge and motivate viewers to fight the right kind of battles and to fight them the best way possible," said Director and Co-WriterAlex Kendrick.

Filled with heart, wit & humor,War RoomfollowsTony and Elizabeth Jordan, a middle-class couple who seemingly have it all- great jobs, a beautiful daughter, their dream home. But appearances can be deceiving. In reality, the Jordan's marriage has become a war zone and their daughter is collateral damage. With the help ofMiss Clara, an older, wiser woman, Elizabeth discovers she can start fightingforher family instead of against them. Through a newly energized faith, Elizabeth and Tony's real enemy doesn't have a prayer.

The film featuresNew York Timesbest-selling author and Bible teacherPriscilla Shirerin her film debut. The cast also includes directorAlex Kendrick(Moms' Night Out, Courageous),T.C. Stallings(Courageous), and comedian Michael Jr.War Roomintroduces film newcomersKaren AbercrombieasMiss ClaraandAlena Pittsas Danielle, and features a cameo by renowned speakerBeth Moorein her first acting role.

"War Roomis the ideal addition to our August slate, following in the footsteps of last year's hit,Heaven is For Real, which had a$12 millionbudget and grossed more than$100 million," saidRory Bruer, President, Worldwide Distribution for Sony Pictures. "We are pleased to be distributing the Kendrick Brothers' next film, which will be the perfect programming for families seeking a wholesome and inspiring Summer movie."

War Roomis directed byAlex Kendrickand produced byStephen KendrickandGary Wheeler. Written by Alex &Stephen Kendrick,War Roomwas filmed in and aroundCharlotte, N.C.
AFFIRM Films and Provident Films partnered with the Kendricks on the film.