The Secret: Dare to Dream

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The Secret: Dare to Dream

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2020

1h 47m

Romance

Drama

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Miranda Wells is a hardworking young widow who's struggling to raise three children on her own. A powerful storm soon brings a devastating challenge and a mysterious man, Bray Johnson, into her life. In just a few short days, Bray's presence reignites the family's spirit -- but he carries a secret that could change everything.

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Critics Consensus

For those who Dare to Dream of a worthy dramatic adaptation of The Secret, this sodden romance will prove a disappointment too painful to visualize.

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Chris Hewitt

Minneapolis Star Tribune

08/05/2020

2/4

"The Secret: Dare to Dream" wants to remind us of those bland, coastal Nicholas Sparks romances where white, pretty people don resort wear to take walks on beaches and barbecue shrimp together.

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Robert Levin

Newsday

08/03/2020

0.5/4

If you're looking for 107 minutes of utter pabulum disguised as a motion picture with characters and a plot, well, you should "Dare to Dream" no more.

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Richard Lawson

Vanity Fair

08/03/2020

It's otherwise an admirably mellow experience... But zoomed out just a bit, Dare to Dream reveals more insidious dimensions.

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Cris Kennedy

The Canberra Times (Australia)

08/17/2022

3/5

I don't know that the writers - Tennant shares credit with Rick Parkes and Bekah Brunstetter - intend to break as many hearts as they might when real-life viewers don't get, as one character does, the pony they wish for.

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Witney Seibold

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03/30/2021

If I wish it hard enough, can this pseudo-Christian self-help melodrama become better?

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Ronak Kotecha

The Times of India

01/27/2021

3.5/5

While 'The Secret' doesn't tell you what you don't know already, it does so with simplicity and sensitivity. Overall, it's a well-meaning film that gives you cosmic hope

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Angela J

@ElsieTerrier8 May 2

I do not understand all the bad reviews from critics because this is an excellent movie. Nothing wrong with a movie that emphasizes hope. It is a movie, therefore, a work of fiction. Today in 2026, I am betting a whole lot of people are searching for hope. Even if it is for just a little while. I love this movie.

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Fat L

@Bonnie123 Feb 24

I dont know why all the bad reviews, I absolutely love this movie. It's one of my favorites. The acting is great, the writing is good and it's a great reminder to have faith, hope and look for your joy. Maybe bad reviews because they're mainly male reviews. I think this is a great movie for women who love romance and hope. And I think many of can relate to.the struggles we all face. And men too who love romance. Beautiful. It also contains a song that I love.

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Traci G.

@TraciMG Dec 28

This movie was so good!!

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Debbie T

@RT42647371 Nov 8

I was prepared to like this movie. Until the plot got stupid in the first 15 minutes. Hurricanes come in late summer. New Orleans has temperatures of 95 degrees and warmer. So why were characters wearing sweaters and jackets? smdh...

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Leo D

@RT67856911 07/12/2025

The messaging is extremely uplifting and champions the reality that people are capable of change, and therefore capable of changing their circumstances. Though the vibe of the film becomes Hallmarkish at times, the performances are believable and most of the characters are endearing. I've seen this film 7 plus times and will continue to make it a staple in our family.

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Tinker T

@Tinker66 01/21/2025

I love this movie and watch it any time I need to lift my spirit. The cinematography is beautiful and the pace is just right. Katie and Josh are great together, even more natural than Josh with Reece Witherspoon in Sweet Home Alabama. The plotline is very simple but the story is filled with positivity. I don't know if its for everyone but I would recommend it 100%

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Synopsis

Miranda Wells is a hardworking young widow who's struggling to raise three children on her own. A powerful storm soon brings a devastating challenge and a mysterious man, Bray Johnson, into her life. In just a few short days, Bray's presence reignites the family's spirit -- but he carries a secret that could change everything.

Director: Andy Tennant
Producer: Rhonda Byrne, Robert W. Cort, Joe Gelchion, Matthew George, Robert Katz
Screenwriter: Rick Parks
Production Co: Shine Box Media Group, Illumination Productions, Savvy Media Holdings, TRI G, Covert Media, Robert Cort Productions
Rating: PG (Language and an Injury Image)
Genre: Romance, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jul 31, 2020
Runtime: 1h 47m

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