Simon Birch is a 1998 American comedy-drama film loosely based on the 1989 novel A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving and written for the screen and directed by Mark Steven Johnson in his directorial debut.
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13 Facts About Simon Birch
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The name "Simon Birch" was suggested by him to replace that of Owen Meany.
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The main plot centers on 12-year-old Joe Wenteworth and his best friend Simon Birch, who was born with dwarfism.
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In 1964, Simon Birch is the smallest newborn in the history of Gravestown.
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Simon Birch is obsessed with how long he can hold his breath underwater, always trying to improve this ability.
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Simon Birch expresses his belief that the niceties of church aren't necessary.
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Sunday School teacher Leavey belittles Simon Birch, telling him that he doesn't belong in church and his belief that God has a special plan for him is ridiculous.
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Simon Birch gives Joe his most prized possession, his baseball cards, as an apology.
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Simon Birch informs Ben of his destiny to be a hero, but admits that he doesn't know what that will imply.
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Marjorie, the school's prettiest girl, is chosen to play Mary; the acrophobic Howard is chosen as the angel; Simon Birch is cast as the baby Jesus, as he is the only one who fits in the manger.
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Simon Birch helps another child tame his fear and mentions that children listen to him because of how he looks.
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Joe's son, who is named after Simon Birch, reminds him he has a soccer game, and they drive away.
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Role of Simon Birch was Ian Michael Smith's first role in film, and he has not done film acting since.
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