Miracle

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Miracle

PG

2004

2h 15m

Drama

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When college coach Herb Brooks (Kurt Russell) is hired to helm the 1980 U.S. men's Olympic hockey team, he brings a unique and brash style to the ice. After assembling a team of hot-headed college all-stars, who are humiliated in an early match, Brooks unites his squad against a common foe, the heavily-favored Soviet team. As the U.S. squad tries to overcome insurmountable odds and win the gold medal, the team becomes a microcosm for American patriotism during the Cold War.

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Critics Consensus

Kurt Russell's performance guides this cliche-ridden tale into the realm of inspirational, nostalgic goodness.

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J. R. Jones

Chicago Reader

Jun 29, 2022

If you can get past the jingoism, Miracle's a good story about an exceptional hockey coach.

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Nell Minow

Common Sense Media

Dec 26, 2010

4/5

Moving story of the 1980 Olympic hockey team.

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Nick Schager

Lessons of Darkness

May 4, 2005

B+

Believe in the greatness of Kurt Russell.

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Mark Jackson

Epoch Times

Mar 9, 2020

4/5

The game remains one of the best moments in sports history. "Miracle" depicts America's spiritual triumph over the Specter of Communism. The implications of this Olympic showdown went far beyond the scope of sports, in the grand scheme of things.

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Danielle Solzman

Solzy at the Movies

Feb 23, 2020

4/5

When it comes to inspirational sports films, Miracle is near the top of the list.

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Micheal Compton

Bowling Green Daily News

Nov 16, 2019

Works not just as a sports film, but as an interesting study of relationships strengthened by sports.

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Robert P

@Superbad Sep 7, 2026

Miracle = a 4.5 star Movie

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R T

@RT19529902 Aug 29, 2026

I have seen this movie probably 50 times It is sooooo good!

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Marie Ange U

@Mahari Aug 4, 2026

I watched this movie in 2020 and now I rewatched it grabbed my heart and warmed my heart once again! I liked its story which my family liked too! and now the whole house is Miracle!!

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Mitchell S

@Mitchstur Jun 2, 2026

I'm not too familiar with the true story, but this is definitely an inspirational, and realistically grounded, team of misfits movie! It's kind of a reminder that formulaic sports movies come from real life.

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Mike N

@MYC_mike Mar 2, 2026

Almost perfect, but rarely do sports movies like this nail the actual sports side of it. It leans authentic rather than drama. Only 1/2 star off is for the length. It's got a long and amazing story to tell but at times feels slightly drawn out.

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Corinne F

@RT26935400 Mar 1, 2026

It's well cast - I like that they chose mainly unknown actors who actually played hockey. It made it more believable. The focus is mostly on Herb Brooks. The wife role was trite & unnecessary. Some scenes were too long/repetitive (e.g., drills - we get it!) There should’ve been a wide cam. shot @ the climactic moment they won. Minor issue, but I found it distracting that the crowds looked too modern/not true to the time period. I know they're not the same type of movie, but I prob. enjoyed the new doc. "Miracle - The Boys of 80" more. The focus in it was more on the players & games. We get to know them better & feel more of a connection. They also highlight more the dire/hopeless state of the country at the time, world events & the Soviets/Cold War, which is important as it’s really what made that event/win so meaningful & powerful. Not enough letters given to write all that/how I wanted to, ah well!

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Synopsis

When college coach Herb Brooks (Kurt Russell) is hired to helm the 1980 U.S. men's Olympic hockey team, he brings a unique and brash style to the ice. After assembling a team of hot-headed college all-stars, who are humiliated in an early match, Brooks unites his squad against a common foe, the heavily-favored Soviet team. As the U.S. squad tries to overcome insurmountable odds and win the gold medal, the team becomes a microcosm for American patriotism during the Cold War.

Director: Gavin O'Connor
Producer: Mark Ciardi, Gordon Gray
Screenwriter: Eric Guggenheim
Distributor: Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co: Mayhem Pictures, Walt Disney Pictures, Pop Pop Productions
Rating: PG (Some Sports Violence|Language)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 2, 2004, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 1, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $64.4M
Runtime: 2h 15m
Sound Mix: Surround, Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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