“I Can Only Imagine 2” – The Next Chapter of Bart Millard’s Unshakable Faith

After touching hearts worldwide in the 2018 hit I Can Only Imagine, the story of Bart Millard returns in a powerful sequel—I Can Only Imagine 2: Bart Millard’s Continuing Journey of Faith. But this time, the story cuts even deeper. Bart is no longer just a son seeking healing—he is now a father facing a storm he cannot control.

✝️ From Healing to Testing: Faith Under Fire

While the first film centered on forgiveness and reconciliation with a once-violent father, the sequel dives into the emotional and spiritual battles of parenting, illness, and staying faithful when everything seems to fall apart.

Inspired by the MercyMe hit “Even If”, the story is rooted in real events. Bart’s son, Sam, is diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, and Bart finds himself in a battle that no song or prayer can easily fix. He must face his deepest fears—not for himself, but for his child.

“I thought faith was something you found after the pain,” Bart once said. “But really, it’s the only thing left when everything else is broken.”

🎬 Familiar Faces & Fresh Additions

The film brings back the original creative team and many beloved cast members, including:

• John Michael Finley as Bart Millard

• Dennis Quaid as Arthur Millard

• Trace Adkins as Scott Brickell

• Sophie Skelton as Shannon Millard

• Sammy Dell as Sam Millard, Bart’s son

• Milo Ventimiglia joins the cast as Christian musician Tim Timmons

Together, they shape a story that is raw, real, and ultimately redemptive.

🎤 The Power of “Even If”

The heartbeat of the film lies in the song “Even If”—an anthem of worship and surrender, written by Bart during one of the darkest chapters of his life. The chorus says:

“Even if You don’t, my hope is You alone.”

It’s not a song of victory, but of resilience. Of loving God not because life is perfect, but because faith still matters when it’s not.

🎥 Shot in Nashville – And Fans Are in It

Filming took place in the spring of 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. Hundreds of fans joined the shoot as background extras during the film’s concert scenes. Participants were gifted MercyMe-themed shirts, on-set photos, and even had a chance to appear on the big screen. The production aimed to capture real worship moments with real people, not actors.

🎬 What’s New and What to Expect

This isn’t just a sequel—it’s a deeper dive into the life behind the music. Bart’s fame is growing. MercyMe is bigger than ever. But at home, his family is fragile. His son’s health crisis forces him to confront questions of doubt, faith, and what it means to trust God even when you’re scared.

Expect emotional performances, powerful music, and intimate storytelling that doesn’t shy away from life’s hardest moments.

🗓 Key Dates You Should Know

• December 2024 – Sequel officially announced

• Spring 2025 – Filming in Nashville begins

• May 2025 – Post-production starts

• February 20, 2026 – Official theater release

🔥 Why You Can’t Miss It

If the first movie made you cry, this one might break you—and heal you at the same time. I Can Only Imagine 2 isn’t about easy faith or quick miracles. It’s about hanging on when nothing makes sense. It’s for anyone who has whispered, “God, where are You?” and waited in silence.

This is not a fictional tale. This is a journey that’s still happening, one that will resonate with parents, believers, dreamers, and anyone who’s ever loved deeply and feared greatly.

Are you ready to witness the next chapter?
I Can Only Imagine 2 is not just a movie—it’s a reminder that even if the healing doesn’t come, hope still does.