The Eyes of Tammy Faye is a biographical drama film based on the life of Tammy Faye Bakker and her husband, televangelist Jim Bakker. Tammy Faye and Jim Bakker began their religious career with the establishment of their television ministry, Praise the Lord (PTL) Club, which went on to become the largest religious broadcasting network in the world.
The movie depicts the rise of Tammy Faye and Jim Bakker, their success, and their downfall, including the scandal that led to their financial ruin and public disgrace. The film also portrays Tammy Faye’s struggles with her personal life, including her addiction to prescription drugs and her battle with cancer.
The Eyes of Tammy Faye stars Jessica Chastain as Tammy Faye Bakker and Andrew Garfield as Jim Bakker. The supporting cast includes Vincent D’Onofrio, Cherry Jones, and Sam Jaeger. The film is directed by Michael Showalter and is based on the documentary of the same name by Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato.
The movie explores the controversial couple’s legacy, their faith, their relationship, and the impact they had on the world of televangelism. The Eyes of Tammy Faye was released in September 2021 and received critical acclaim for Chastain’s portrayal of Tammy Faye and the film's exploration of the Bakkers' tumultuous lives.