Always

In Always, a daring firefighter pilot named Pete Sandich (Richard Dreyfuss) risks his life to save his friend Al (John Goodman) during a dangerous mission. After sacrificing himself to save Al, Pete's spirit returns to guide novice pilot Ted Baker (Brad Johnson) and help him win the heart of Pete's former flame, Dorinda Durston (Holly Hunter). Torn between his loyalty to Pete and his growing feelings for Dorinda, Ted must navigate his way through a series of challenges while Pete watches from the afterlife. With its unique blend of drama, fantasy, and romance, Always is a moving and uplifting tale of love, loss, and redemption.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Always include Wings of Desire, Wolf, Kaos, Made in Heaven, Edward Scissorhands, Defending Your Life.

Always was released in theaters on December 22, 1989.