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Miracle (2004): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Miracle is a 2004 historical drama directed by Gavin O'Connor, starring Kurt Russell, Patricia Clarkson and Nathan West. It runs 2 hours 15 minutes and earned $64.4 million worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Family Film at the Critics' Choice 2005. Critics gave it 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.5/10.

IMDb rating
7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes
100%
worldwide gross
$64.4M
award nomination
1
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Miracle (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 15m (135 min)
Director
Gavin O'Connor
Genres
Drama , History , Sport , Family
Original language
Romanian
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Miracle About?

The premise of Miracle without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A young nun’s sudden disappearance from her convent triggers a complex investigation. Inspector Marius Preda relentlessly pursues the truth behind her escape, uncovering a series of unsettling events and social issues. Director Bogdan George Apetri skillfully interweaves the investigation with a poignant exploration of the circumstances leading to the nun’s departure, creating a suspenseful and emotionally resonant drama.

Miracle Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • hockey movie
  • male ice skater
  • sports and politics
  • 1980s
  • ice hockey
  • athlete
  • american athlete
  • propaganda
  • ice skating
  • ice skater
  • soviet athlete
  • sports man
+38 more
  • slow motion scene
  • triumph of the human spirit
  • winter sport
  • director cameo
  • year 1980
  • tournament
  • arena
  • journey
  • ice hockey team
  • 1980 summer olympics
  • 1980 winter olympics
  • docudrama drama
  • olympic games
  • coach
  • ice hockey player
  • d box motion code
  • manhattan new york city
  • world trade center manhattan new york city
  • voice over narration
  • madison square garden manhattan new york city
  • actor shares last name with character
  • sports team
  • triumph
  • whistle
  • whip
  • what happened to epilogue
  • tv news
  • telegram
  • surprise after end credits
  • student athlete
  • st. paul minnesota
  • regret
  • psychological testing
  • press conference
  • oslo norway
  • nickname
  • new york city
  • milwaukee wisconsin
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Cast & crew

Miracle Cast

Kurt Russell leads the cast, with Patricia Clarkson and Nathan West. Directed by Gavin O'Connor.

Ratings

Miracle Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Miracle 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and 68 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.5/10.

Plot

Miracle Plot Summary

What happens in Miracle from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Kurt Russell takes on the role of coach Herb Brooks in this inspiring true story that chronicles the remarkable journey of the 1980 U.S. Olympic ice hockey team as they triumphantly secure the gold medal. This victory comes against the formidable Soviet Union and Finland teams at Lake Placid. Ever since being cut from the 1960 U.S. Olympic team, Brooks has dreamed of one day coaching it. His aspiration becomes a reality in 1979 when he is appointed as the head coach.

Full summary

The whole story of Miracle, scene by scene

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Box office

Miracle Box Office

Miracle grossed $64.4 million worldwide. $64.4 million came from the US and Canada and $67,615 (0%) from the rest of the world.

2004 box office

Worldwide gross

$64.4M

US & Canada
$64.4M
International
$67.6K
US & Canada 100% Rest of the world 0%
Awards

Miracle Awards & Nominations

Miracle earned 1 award nomination, including Best Family Film at the Critics' Choice 2005.

1 nomination1 ceremony

Videos

Miracle Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Miracle.

miracle trailer (2004)
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Miracle?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who portrays Herb Brooks in the movie?

Cars

Cars in Miracle

15 cars on screen, including the 1975 Dodge Dart and the 1967 Chrysler Newport.

All 15 cars
  • 1975 Dodge Dart in Miracle 1975 Dodge Dart Important role
  • 1967 Chrysler Newport in Miracle 1967 Chrysler Newport Minor role
  • 1968 MCI MC-7 Challenger in Miracle 1968 MCI MC-7 Challenger Minor role
  • 1980 MCI MC-9 in Miracle 1980 MCI MC-9 Minor role
Details

Miracle Also Known As

21 alternative titles, including “Csoda a jégen” and “Чудо”.

Also known as
  • Csoda a jégen
  • Чудо
  • Desafio no Gelo
  • 挑战奇迹
  • Мираж на льду
  • Möcüzə
  • Miracle - Das Wunder von Lake Placid
  • Efsane
  • Hokejový zázrak
  • El milagro (Miracle)
  • 冰上奇迹
  • Το Θαύμα
+9 more
  • Miracol
  • נס הנחישות
  • Диво
  • Cud w Lake Placid
  • 미라클
  • Milagro
  • ミラクル
  • มิราเคิล ทีมฮึดปาฏิหาริย์
  • 冰上奇蹟

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FAQ

Miracle FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Miracle, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Miracle?

Miracle runs 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).

When was Miracle released?

Miracle was released on February 6, 2004.

Who directed Miracle?

Miracle was directed by Gavin O'Connor.

More films by Gavin O'Connor

Who is in the cast of Miracle?

Miracle stars Kurt Russell, Patricia Clarkson and Nathan West.

How much did Miracle make at the box office?

Miracle grossed $64.4 million worldwide ($64.4 million domestic, $67,615 international).

How is Miracle rated?

Miracle has 7.5/10 on IMDb, 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68 on Metacritic and 71% on TMDB.

Was Miracle nominated for any awards?

Miracle received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.

Does Miracle have a post-credit scene?

Yes. Miracle has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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