Dennis Quaid Reveals How Playing an Abusive Dad Affected His Kids

Dennis Quaid stars in the new movie I Can Only Imagine.
Dennis talked with us about how he felt when he read the script for the film, the rough nature of playing Bart Millard's abusive father Arthur, and a few surprising cameos in the movie.
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[@lisapearson7349]

He deserved an award 🙌😁 for his performance in that movie!

[@Ericadbury]

If it was a Hollywoodian movie he would be a Oscar nominee

[@robinwoodward398]

So we should give him an award!! Father certainly will!!

[@michelehance4933]

I'm so happy Dennis found Salvation, I'd been praying for him since I met him years ago. My prayers have been answered. Thank you Jesus❤️

[@luv2bwitty]

He did?

[@onlyelaine]

Praise the Lord🙏

[@rebeccashetter8389]

Me too! Loved him as an actor and enjoyed his acting career

[@meggrotte4760]

Wow. I had no idea

[@meggrotte4760]

Wow, I started praying for Hollywood when I was in college

[@kimworkman2425]

Dennis quaid said the song and movie hits you in a place where there are no words. it's the best way to describe it

[@oddeyes9413]

Kim Workman Amen to that

[@cmthegoat_]

Kim Workman hit him in the nuts lol

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support

[@OrionOlamPiksie]

This actor is truly a great actor, I've been a fan since Parent Trap in 1997. Praise God that he knows Jesus.

[@raissalopez]

If fathers understood the damage they can cause by walking away, being abusive, or just being absent I think they would try harder. My dad left when I was around nine, and it killed me..I wondered if my father did not love me enough to stay around how can anyone else.. He came back years later, but I was so broken that it took years to heal. I now know that I have a Father that would never abandon me, a Father who loves me unconditionally, a Father who does not judge by my sins but by the potential that he sees in me. Thank you for Loving me God..

[@theokirkley]

That's very beautiful

[@sohnjakrivenski-haggard2268]

Yes

[@maudewhite343]

Katherine T. My father left when I was just a tiny tiny baby. It made all of us feel like we were less than. It has effected my whole life. I too know I have a Heavenly Father that will never abandon his children.

[@iosefbenabraham5358]

Amen 🙏

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your support and love🙂

[@robertlansky3098]

1:24-2:25, The dog makes itself comfortable under Dennis Quaid's chair. LOL! A Little humor from such a SERIOUS role Dennis played in the movie. "I Can Only Imagine."

[@lisapearson7349]

He deserves an award for his acting in this movie. Great movie!!

[@sassytoonsball-ruck58]

“It hits you in a place where you have no words”.... awesome ... and so true for me too m.

[@artisticalex1206]

That movie made me and my boyfriend cry so hard. It was so good but so sad, and it felt so weird seeing Dennis play an abusive dad as he seems like a wonderful guy.

[@WallyShow]

I agree!

[@marybooth1361]

Just cried not just for Bart but for all those who can't forgive and learn to love

[@paradiseandlove]

It's not easy to forgive when you've been hurt so much. That's what makes this movie, knowing it really happened, so incredible.

[@kathleenturner1522]

The movie hit him so profoundly! I hope it does the same for everyone that sees the movie! Finally a movie worth watching!

[@tinkabellamorris9612]

Kathleen Turner yes! Everyone PRAY! 🙏

[@SheepdogSmokey]

The "wake up idiot" moment, I've had more of those than I'd like to admit, but they happen, and if you ignore them, another will hit you harder, right?

[@kathleenturner1522]

Monty Leverett yes Monty I agree 100%. God be with you!

[@jfjc5694]

Kathleen Turner Yes Agreed Amen 🙏

[@jimgreen9059]

Actually, there have been several recently, with more to come. One is the 2nd. part of the story about Louis Zamperini. I believe it's called "Unbroken 2".

[@TheBladepolisher]

When I heard the full story, my relationship with my Father and the memories of our past came full circle..... love and forgiveness. That we might forgive one another.

[@user-kh2be1zz6e]

The movie made my dad cry that's saying something also the dog through all of this was just enjoying being filmed

[@WallyShow]

Her name was Peaches and she was soooo cute!

[@garylee7169]

What a great actor. I have seen Dennis in other movies and he is so different in this role. He deserves an award for playing in this monster and then showing the transformation into a soft-hearted Christian! Well done!

[@jeffreyhunter4966]

What I love about the movie I Can Only Imagine, it's so cool the way how redemption is portrayed

[@csea4672]

God's knocking on the door of his heart! 💙💜🙏🙏

[@sohnjakrivenski-haggard2268]

Yes

[@danielhusain7261]

Excellent work from Dennis Quaid and everyone involved in this amazing movie! We absolutely need more movies like these...there are so many experiences out there just waiting to be produced like this movie. I had no idea that this was the story behind this song!

[@katie4335]

"It hits you in a place where there are no words". Amen

[@sarahmichaels2117]

Love Dennis Quaid and the dog!🐶

[@dougroberts9821]

By far one of the best movies that’s been in theaters in ages...bring your Kleenex.

[@ormichelletapscott1317]

Yes

[@stephanierattell7827]

It definitely made me cry

[@lillyflorence2631]

Yesss. I cried so much

[@katie4335]

I cried like a baby

[@CC-kl4nh]

Dennis Quaid is a fantastic actor. He is just amazing.

[@thedamhufflepuff3942]

I can’t lie I cried like a baby during the movie some happy some sad a lot of sad tears

[@rickrife9636]

Dennis did such an amazing part in playing this actor. brought back many life changing issues. Absolutely loved this movie and what it brought out for many. We are all worthy to receive God's mercy and grace, but whether or not we except Him is another story. Watch the movie "I can only Imagine"

[@brendaharrington2201]

I have always liked Dennis Quaid , but after this interview, I love him and Meg Ryan and what he stands for. A very smart man .

[@rayfreeman8816]

I encourage everyone to go see it let's show Hollywood movies like this are great

[@patricianewman6603]

Cant wait to see it tonight after seeing the trailer!!!

[@jamiemcvay4053]

Ray Freeman I WATCHED IT 3 TIMES....... GREAT MOVIE

[@CharlesEG80]

Ray Freeman what is this movie called?

[@jungkookieisacutie9602]

Charles Gill it's called I can only imagine 😊

[@jimgreen9059]

I just saw this movie earlier today. Wow! Please go see it, all of you!

[@gregidrizow2692]

Jim Green i already saw it and love it so much

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support❤️

[@tinatimthompson3115]

we watched it at church WED NIGHT! After the movie at least 20 ppl came toward to give their hearts to God! then the pastor called ppl who were fighting with UN-FORGIVENESS....NEARLY EVERYONE ELSE STOOD UP!( ME TOO) AWESOME NIGHT! WHAT I GOT FROM THE MOVIE WAS AFTER HE "LET GO N LET GOD" HE HAD AN AWESOME BREAKTHROUGH .....AIN'T THAT JUST LIKE GOD!?

[@rossannaduranlajefa5503]

I can only imagine, the best film I ever watched. I cried from the beginning to the end. Beautiful movie

[@real_lampcap]

1:24 I swear the camerman took another angle just to see the dog!! LOL I love Dennis!

[@robertrees2811]

Kuddo's to Dennis for being real about the role he played in the movie and how it personally affected him. Refreshing!

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support ❤️‍🔥

[@katie4335]

This movie was beautifully done

[@jW-vh4ts]

Love how the dog went to sleep under his chair

[@kellyschlicht1981]

It was like a faucet turned on...tears streaming down my face. Great movie.

[@alscatering8220]

Just saw the movie..It was beautiful but most important is the. Love and mercy that our God has for us...HE LOVES YOU NO MATTER WHO YOU ARE, HE IS WAITING TO HEAR FROM YOU!!!!

[@jfjc5694]

Al's Catering Yes Amen 🙏

[@gracesue4401]

Indeed..Amen!

[@Flowpedals]

Amen, I LOVE HIM FOR HIS FORGIVENESS AND HIS INFINITE LOVE FOR US!!!! I LOVE JESUS!!!!❤🕆❤🙌😄

[@pluckyight8001]

Al's Catering why can't I hit the like button more then once.

[@lorineilson7529]

This movie really touched me. Definitely a feel good movie.

[@sallyhansen5350]

Ive watched this and I cried so powerfull and emotional like

[@kaliefurr9419]

I cry every time I hear this song and it's so beautiful.

[@melissas2950]

Just watched the movie today. One of the best movies i have ever seen.

[@jfjc5694]

Melissa Shank I watched the movie 🍿 today. It was great 👍, but I cried my eyes 👀 out. I can relate what Bart went through. I had to forgive and helped my dad when he was ill too.

[@boathousejoed9005]

where did you see it? I thought it was to be released in June?

[@melissas2950]

I am in Virginia. I saw it at Regal. I don't know if it is released at different times/dates in different locations.

[@wendyknox-leet1034]

Lovely man. Talented actor. The power of love.

[@lindacastle2455]

I've watched the movie twice and I now own it. It is the best one I've seen in years.

[@stevescales8894]

Amazing movie. just watched for first time last night with my fiancé. All actors did great work. Always enjoy Mr. Quaid . great actor.

[@WallyShow]

Thanks Steve!

[@honestlyme4247]

Loved this movie. So touching deep in the soul.

[@aprila3127]

He did such an incredible job! Love him

[@jjcevering9411]

My family & I went to a theatre to see it...after many years of not being in a theatre at all. We were suprized we had to sit Seperate...the theatre was so packed st Patrick's day. But it felt like we were ALL family anyway, especially when everyone at the end stood up clapping. Great experience!!

[@mariarchavezc8860]

my ex boss! love this family and his twins are adorable! he only has one dogie with him i loved his dogs too! used to play lots with them! Hi Mr Quaid you are a good dad! Hi to your lovely kids!

[@LilyGazou]

Hadassah Wolfe glad to hear he is a good father and loves his family so much.

[@mariarchavezc8860]

Aww! Batman, that’s the dog’s name, I used to walk him and played in the pool with Tbu his son one of the twins, adorable children!

[@roxaneestrella4455]

Love Dennis Quaid, he is such a fine actor. His dog is so cute! The movie was very inspirational, MercyMe have great songs!

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support

[@lydiaharvey2328]

May our Lord bless him for talking about his faith

[@angelursua1709]

Awesome! Story Awesome!! Movie!! Lord Bless Bart.. For, sharing..

[@jfjc5694]

Lydia Harvey yes Amen 🙏

[@douglindsey4154]

Christian worship video

[@lydiaharvey2328]

Meadow Raine bowman He sure did and we need more like him speaking out for our Lord

[@jerilynshirley2786]

This song will be played at my funeral....love it! And you were great Dennis but I'm sorry it was so difficult a role to play...

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support❤️

[@mrsBurchett22]

I don't know who she is but she's a great interviewer.

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support❤️

[@Girl-on-fire]

This movie literally made me cry my eyes out 😭

[@mesquiteguy121]

I saw this movie earlier this evening. Loved it. Loved the song when it first came out.

[@Hi-sx6vb]

I love this! I also love the dog walking around😂

[@WallyShow]

Honestly, it was possibly my favorite part of the interview.😂 -Bekah

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support❤️

[@loveylynn4794]

What a beautiful and inspiring movie.. how God can take rough characters & make them into the best version of themselves, thru what our Lord Jesus did for us on the cross.. Was very glad to hear that Dennis did in fact receive the Lord. I loved the entire movie, but the best part for me was when Bart "saw" his Dad alone in the audience, in his "Heaven" clothes... Reminded me of my own beloved & so missed husband, now over 2 years with the Lord himself.

[@fdemosify]

Incredible acting just incredible! I cried over and over in this film. Definitely hard to watch but the ending made it all worth it.

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support

[@eburgrod8772]

This movie is one of my all time favorites. Recently went and saw Mercy Me in concert for the third time. Check out their song “Even if”. Another one by Bart that is emotional to listen to and also an awesome song.

[@tellem372]

I listen to that song on repeat, fully agree ☺️. As with many mercyme songs xo

[@Nolan0958]

Can we talk about how cute his dog is for a second? 🤣🤷‍♂️ . . .

[@joyce95335]

love dennis quaid hes great actor amazing and movie was awesome

[@janaecrawford8996]

Extremely emotional and I’d say for some eye opening 💙 Dennis Quaid was amazing!!!! An incredible story.

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support

[@mariaemilianegron]

The main thing is we need to decide what we're going to spend eternity.

[@isaactheworshipwarrior6687]

Dennis has played the mean, abusive father role in a lot of other movies too. I always find it hilarious how the actors who play evil villains or huge ***holes in movies and shows are just the nicest people you'll ever meet in real life.

[@abigailwatson1619]

I agree. There is that saying of “The actor is not the character” - which I agree with. The actors who play mean people in movies are usually quite nice in real life, and they realize how it takes a lot of courage to play someone who’s very different from them in real life.

[@plkhhghj]

Dennis Quaid you're acting was expectacular I was bawling!!

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support🙂

[@eduardofsd]

Great Movie and Great acting of Dennis Quaid. I can see the Dog is interested to hear him as well... and very close.

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support❤️

[@kamerynwalker6230]

This dog the whole time 😂

[@anitabradley6300]

I really just wanted to pick up that dog and hug him/her! GOD BLESS EVERYONE ❤️❤️❤️

[@janetstory594]

Just watched the movie very awesome. Many people can relate to what Bart went through. The song is awesome!

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support

[@Truther567]

Everyone should see this movie.

[@kellyanndean9374]

God bless u Dennis Quaid...JESUS LOVES YOU..HES COMING💞💞💞

[@FrankieBonsignoreMusic]

KellyAnn Dean ❤️

[@dewlaw1]

He is done! Therefore he comes to each of us that seek his salvation! No waiting!!

[@MESHAKSUJA]

Tonight 13/03/2019, friend of mine gave me a movie and asked me to watch. So I did. I'm amazed because i had heard and listened to that music I CAN ONLY IMAGINE but I don't know the real story of it. Thank God I came to know the real story of the song and thank God He save life of many through this movie and I hope it will change the life of actors first... Amen

[@truthseeker4690]

Meshak Suja I loved the movie too. What I can't figure out is, if the band Mercy Me was formed in 1994 after Bart's father died in 1991, how does one explain the scene where Bart comes back home to live with his father while taking a break from touring with the band? Would be interesting to know the real story.

[@l.i.t_courage6834]

ok, I love him talking but I can't stop watching the puppy walking around the place. It's so cute XD

[@kaceyrubio4096]

Best movie along side War Room ... Means so much to me. Touched my heart and now I listen to the song all the time. 💜

[@WallyShow]

Thanks for watching, Kacey!

[@elizabethrose3667]

I watch the movie and it made me cry. My dad was a monster too. He abused all of us. My mom left with me. My sister and brother stayed with my dad. I little contact with him over 30 years . Finally became a Christian, I forgave him. Got to know him again. We see snd talk often. My mom died in 2012 so did my sister. God put a good man in my love that showed me true Christian love. I can’t do this life without the glory of Jesus Christ and the power of God.❤️

[@MindSetMattersTrustG]

This movie brought me to gut retching tears..... this Doggie 🐶 is too cute & makes you laugh while this topic is serious 🤓

[@Bonbon54220]

Best movie ever!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support

[@francismotta9101]

Just saw the movie... It was very good. Really touched my heart...

[@cheriecarpenter3529]

I love this movie, I love Dennis Quaid and I love his dog!!

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support❤️

[@CNovembre]

I absolutely loved this movie.

[@albertoproamelendrez3005]

No entiendo el ingles, pero vi la película y es muy conmovedora, impresionante lo que Dios puede hacer aún en el corazón más duro. Una bendición la canción y la película.

[@noemicabrera7598]

Si es hermosa!! Cada que yo miro la película lloró 😥😢❤ es un testimonio muy grande y poderoso

[@Darkman9478]

Sí.

[@rainseed1]

Beautiful story, song, movie, fantastic!

[@jack1235ify]

I hope and pray Dennis finds the lord in the exact way he needs it . love the actor and the man for all he taught me in movies growing up.

[@spider-cc2wn]

I was blown away with this movie....you were excellent...never have I been to a movie where you are broken to tears, and can laugh at the same time! 😃💔

[@Franaflyby]

Ive been in love with Dennis Quaid since I was a teen now I am 58 and Im still in love with him ... Hey Dennis if you see this ..... ( WINK ) (WINK).

[@WallyShow]

Ha! Too funny. I feel the same way about Elvis but it looks like THAT wont happen. - Betty Rock

[@Franaflyby]

Yea ...Elvis was and is an awesome performer ...none other like him nor will there ever be.

[@crystaleroglu3776]

Song and movie made me cry. Amazing Grace makes me cry too

[@serenityproducts5645]

I love the dog goofing around.

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support 💗

[@burly636]

I never heard of the movie. I don’t listen to music often and hardly ever watch a movie. I just heard the song about five years ago right before my husband died. I wasn’t so crazy about Dennis Quaid, but I rented the movie and I’m going watch it. How can this not affect a person.

[@ljupconewman9357]

Did you like the movie?

[@TheBodynsoul1]

Dennis Quaid always excellent actor but this movie role he was impeccable 👏

[@heatherjoyce-stevens8653]

Great interview!

[@patmelton43]

It takes a lifetime to heal from this kind of abuse

[@samuelplacensis3523]

For all you believers out there singing praise on Dennis I would ask that you keep his brother in your prayers. Randy Quaid, he plays Cousin Eddie in the National Lampoons Vacation movies.

[@jjcevering9411]

Samuel Placensis Randy is awesome as well. Been praying for him for many years. He was great in Independence Day.

[@samuelplacensis3523]

JJ Cevering and Jay I love Randy

[@michaelhoxworth3510]

Samuel Placensis What wrong with his brother

[@faith4jesus]

Michael Hoxworth this explains it better than I can but he’s fallen on hard times. www.telegraph.co.uk/films/2016/06/24/the-sad-strange-saga-of-independence-day-hero-randy-quaid/

[@meggrotte4760]

I always thought they were brothers.

[@karenworley241]

Love this man, been a fan of his for decades👏🏼

[@crystalbullard3334]

love Dennis Quaid .

[@markbenson1948]

Great interview:))

[@scorpio380ful]

THE BEST !!! WATCHED IT SEVERAL TIMES SINCE SPRING TIME.

[@SizzlingVibe]

OMC PARENT TRAP? MY CHILDHOOD! I knew he looked familiar! Anyway, he did AMAZING in his role and the movie was great

[@arkhambricksskylar3808]

Am I the only one who thinks he looks kinda like Harrison Ford?

[@stephentrent4878]

YESSSSSS, totally bro

[@garrettzila]

Your not alone, he looks like Harrison

[@OrionOlamPiksie]

he kinda does, and sounds like him a lot too.

[@michellyceja9818]

I thought it was him at the beginning

[@archangel7052]

Yep but more badass.

[@meileevaj]

Beautiful movie! Truly inspirational.

[@farmdog6237]

Incredible movie! WOW!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@RastafariRico22]

Please, that movie just makes me cry the way it makes me feel like the Lord's knocking on the door deeply inside my heart.

[@leablev5250]

I want to say that I thank God that he healed my heart, against my dad ,he was an abusive father growing up, drinking and beating my mother, I grew up with such hate and rage, I went to church one night during a revival, went to the alter for prayer, god reached down from heaven and healed my heart instantly, I felt so much peace that night when I got home, I slept like a baby with so much peace, like I never had before, I got to get a relationship with him, helping him with his chemo, before he passed away, it's not worth carrying a grudge, it doesn't help the pain, it just makes you full of hate and bitterness, let it go like Jesus forgives us, thank you Jesus,

[@eddiesilguero1060]

I enjoyed the movie alot, so did my wife and kids. dennis did a good job, what a hard character to portray 👊

[@dennisquaid3530]

Thank you for your love and support❤️

[@youbestbequiet]

Happy to see it hit $85,000,000 at the box office. It silenced the anti-religion critics who said it wouldn't hit $5,000,000

[@truthseeker4690]

Iam ThePoliticalHack An amazing movie that everyone should watch regardless of your religious background! Sean Hannity of Fox News promoted the movie quite a bit which I'm sure helped it a lot. It's sad that the entertainment industry has become so political like everything else. Didn't used to be that way.

[@mockingbirdklm]

I adore this man.