American icon in theaters for a special onenight event on thursday, september 28. He was born on december 10, 1952, in long beach, california, usa and has been married to cathe since 1974. An anonymous bidder walked away with a piece of hollywood history on wheels. American icon to stream for free on 3242020 family friendly. Of course, its also a great movie for steve mcqueen fans. Barbara minty mcqueen pastor greg laurie teamed up with popular christian filmmakers the erwin brothers woodlawn, moms night out to share the never before told story of american icon steve mcqueen and his journey to christian faith. With mel gibson, mel novak, gary sinise, barbara leigh. Actor steve mcqueen was found clutching billy grahams bible. Harvest ministries has partnered with the erwin brothersthe filmmakers that produced october baby, moms night out, and woodlawnto bring you the new feature film steve mcqueen. The coolest thing about him, however, is barely known, despite countless biographies and articles. Mcqueen was nicknamed the king of cool, and his antihero persona developed at the. The salvation of an american icon, which will be followed by a documentary film. He has also authored more than 70 books, including his latest, steve mcqueen. A longtime fan of mcqueen s, pastor greg laurie wanted to see what was true and what was myth.
Steve is one of the most iconic stars in the history of american cinema. On the surface, mcqueen had everything he could wantfame, cars, homes, and more money than he could spend in a lifetime. An avid, lifelong mcqueen fan, laurie experienced a troubled childhood similar to that of the actor known as the king of cool. Join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the wide and. Follow an avid fan of the actor, pastor greg laurie, as he hits the road in his mint mustang replica of mcqueens car in the classic film bullitt, traveling the country in search of the true. One of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, he is still the king of cool according to esquire magazine50 years after the zenith of his career. Fathom events and greg laurie present the compelling documentary, steve mcqueen. The original bullitt mustang the incredible story behind the car that few people know. Terrence stephen mcqueen march 24, 1930 november 7, 1980 was an american actor. An avid fan of the actor and owner of a replica of mcqueens car in the classic film bullitt, pastor greg laurie hits the road in his mint mustang, traveling the country in.
Join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the wide and open roads of the midwest, and the streets of new york as he traces the woolly geography of actor steve mc queen s life, relationships, career, and spiritual journey. Follow an avid fan of the actor, pastor greg laurie as he hit the road in his mint mustang replica of mcqueens car in the classic film bullitt, traveling the country in search of the true. In the documentary, laurie travels the country in a mint replica of mcqueens 1968 ford mustang from the movie bullitt, interviewing those who knew the actor best. Why pastor greg laurie made a movie about steve mcqueen cbn. Join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the wide and open roads of the midwest, the streets of new york, as he traces the wooly geography of actor steve mcqueen s life, relationships, career and spiritual journey. Sep 27, 2017 pastor greg laurie teamed up with popular christian filmmakers the erwin brothers woodlawn, moms night out to share the never before told story of american icon steve mcqueen and his. American icon official trailer hit theaters on sept. Greg laurie is a pastor, producer, and writer, known for steve mcqueen. It started with telling the story of steves conversion in a sermon last year. It also ends with a call to salvation from author and pastor greg laurie.
The story is hosted by greg laurie, one of americas leading pastors, who is not only an avid mcqueen fan, but also experienced a similar childhood. Filmed by the erwin brothers moms night out, woodlawn, steve mcqueen. Join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the wide and open roads of the midwest, and the streets of new york as he traces the woolly geography of actor steve mc queen. In his mint replica \bullitt\ mustang, greg travels the country in search of the untold story of mcqueens final chapter, and the redemption he found. In 2017, pastor greg laurie explored the littleknown religious side of the actor in his book steve mcqueen. Sundaripr internationally renowned evangelist pastor greg laurie of harvest ministries is revealing the salvation story of legendary actor steve mcqueen in his newest book, steve mcqueen. Sundaripr hollywood icon steve mcqueen, who accepted christ months before he was diagnosed with fatal cancer, died clutching legendary evangelist billy grahams bible, california pastor greg laurie s new book on the salvation of the king of cool explains. Join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the wide and open roads of the midwest, the streets of new york, as he traces the wooly geography. Christian filmmakers fulfill dying wish of steve mcqueen.
Pastor greg laurie teamed up with popular christian filmmakers the erwin brothers woodlawn, moms night out to share the never before told. This inspiring story of redemption chronicles steves exodus from the world of fame and fortune and his. Pastor greg lauries daily radio program, a new beginning, is broadcast daily on. Pastor greg lauries new book tells of how actor steve. For other people named steve mcqueen, see steve mcqueen disambiguation. Actor steve mcqueen was found clutching billy grahams. Its this message pastor greg laurie of harvest christian fellowship conveys in steve mcqueen. Greg laurie is committed to knowing god and making him known. Hollywood icon steve mcqueen came to christ before death. Harvest ministries pastor greg laurie authored the book steve mcqueen. A very few times, the movie becomes a little slow and selfreflective, but you will be rewarded if you stick to it.
The book was accompanied by a documentary, released. Greg laurie finds salvation in the story of legendary hollywood icon. Harvest ministries has partnered with the erwin brothersthe filmmakers that produced october baby, moms night out, and woodlawnto bring you. American icon is the passion project of californiabased pastor greg laurie. Feb 05, 2018 follow an avid fan of the actor, pastor greg laurie as he hit the road in his mint mustang replica of mcqueens car in the classic film bullitt, traveling the country in search of the true. This iconic muscle car was the vehicle mcqueen drove in his. Tickets are available now at most theaters listed below plus more theater locations will be added before september 28. I was really moved by how steve mcqueen came to faith. Join greg laurie as he follows the seeds of christianity that were sown. A longtime fan of mcqueens, pastor greg laurie wanted to see what was true and what was myth. An avid fan of the actor and owner of a replica of mcqueens car in the classic film bullitt, pastor greg laurie hits the road in his mint mustang, traveling the country in search.
Sundaripr hollywood icon steve mcqueen, who accepted christ months before he was diagnosed with fatal cancer, died clutching legendary evangelist billy grahams bible, california pastor greg lauries new book on the salvation of the king of cool explains. Jul 08, 2017 the bullitt car was cool because steve mcqueen drove it. American icon, including a special message from greg. Greg laurie talks steve mcqueen, faith and mesothelioma. Steve mcqueen, one of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, is still the king of cool according to esquire magazine. In forthcoming book, laurie unpacks the little known story of hollywoods king of cool, steve mcqueen once the most famous movie star in the world from fast cars, drugs and fame, to his incredible and unlikely conversion riverside, calif. American icon follow steve mcqueen fan pastor greg laurie, as he travels the country in search of the true, untold story of mcqueens faith filled final chapters narrated by gary sinise. Sep 17, 2019 in 2017, pastor greg laurie explored the littleknown religious side of the actor in his book steve mcqueen. The book is based on lauries crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green. Cars, women, money, fame he was the king of cool, a mans man.
His findings come to us via his new book and upcoming documentary, steve mcqueen. The bullitt car was cool because steve mcqueen drove it. Pastor greg laurie to release book and movie on the life and salvation of american icon steve mcqueen, may 2017. Story of steve mcqueen by greg laurie rapture forums. Internationally renowned evangelist, bible teacher. At the time, steve mcqueen was the numberone movie star in the world, and he is still used as a point of reference for masculinity and. Join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the wide and open roads of the midwest, and the streets of new york as he traces the woolly geography of actor steve mcqueen s life, relationships, career, and spiritual journey. Greg laurie digs into the final days of steve mcqueen. The strangest thing about him, however, is barely known, despite countless biographies and articles. Find your closest theater and get your tickets today. The book is intended as a biography on the celebrated actor steve mcqueen, the king of cool himself and indeed it is. You can know god and make him known at harvest with greg laurie. For the british film director, see steve mcqueen director. Steve mcqueen greg laurie joni table talk joni lamb duration.
Frank bullitt, played by the iconic actor steve mcqueen. In forthcoming book, laurie unpacks the little known story of hollywoods king of cool, steve mcqueen once the most famous movie star in the world from fast cars, drugs and fame, to his incredible and unlikely conversion. Feb 20, 2018 its this message pastor greg laurie of harvest christian fellowship conveys in steve mcqueen. The cars name comes from the classic 1968 film bullitt. American icon tells the story of the life of one of americas most enduring and intriguing movie stars. Even so, this is a great movie for those interested in hollywood. American icon dives into mcqueens life through indepth interviews with his wife, model barbara minty mcqueen, debuting candid photographs she took of steve in his last years.
Harvest ministries has partnered with the erwin brothersthe filmmakers that produced october baby, moms night out, and. On the surface mcqueen had everything he could wantfame, cars, homes, more money than he could spend in a lifetime. Join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the wide and open roads of the midwest, the streets of new york, as he traces the wooly geography of actor steve mcqueens life, relationships, career and spiritual journey. Follow an avid fan of the actor, pastor greg laurie as he hit the road in his mint mustang replica of mcqueens car in the classic film bullitt. A redemption story which chronicles mcqueens exodus from the world of fame and fortune and his littleknown search for meaning, truth and significance. Join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the wide and open roads of the midwest, and the streets of new york as he traces the woolly geography of actor steve mcqueens life, relationships, career, and spiritual journey. The film prominently features greg laurie, a megachurch pastor, who describes himself as one of mcqueens biggest fans. Greg laurie is the senior pastor of harvest christian fellowship with campuses in california and hawaii.
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