Based on a true story, Heaven is for Real revolves around a young boy named Colton Burpo who claims to have visited heaven during a near-death experience. Colton's father, a pastor, struggles to believe his son's account until Colton starts revealing details about deceased family members that he couldn't have known. The movie explores the themes of faith, the afterlife, and the impact of Colton's experience on his family and community. It raises thought-provoking questions about the nature of heaven and the power of faith.