“Unsung Hero,” the latest offering in the world of faith-based films, exceeded box office expectations opening weekend, earning nearly $8 million.

Grammy-winning singer Rebecca St. James says she prays that a new film about her family's trials upon moving from Australia to the U.S. gives moviegoers hope and leads them to “treasure” their family.

Unsung Hero grossed an estimated $7.75 million during its opening weekend, securing the No. 2 spot in box office rankings. It also finished second in per-theater average. It earned an A+ grade from CinemaScore.

“Unsung Hero" explores the remarkable journey of the Smallbone family as they relocate from Australia to America in search of new beginnings.?

Luke Smallbone of For King and Country told ChristianHeadlines he was nearly five when his parents -- David and Helen Smallbone -- traveled from Australia to the United States with big dreams but were forced to chase odd jobs when David's job fell through. Their story is retold in the upcoming movie Unsung Hero, which is scheduled to release in theaters on April 26.