The Miracle Worker
1962, English. Directed by Arthur Penn.
An emotional earthquake!
The true story of the frightening, lonely world of silence and darkness of 7-year-old Helen Keller who, since infancy, has never seen the sky, heard her mother's voice or expressed her innermost feelings. Then Annie Sullivan, a 20-year-old teacher from Boston, arrives. Having just recently regained her own sight, the no-nonsense Annie reaches out to Helen through the power of touch, the only tool they have in common, and leads her bold pupil on a miraculous journey from fear and isolation to happiness and light.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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7.9/10 from 362 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Miracle Worker
The Miracle Worker isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Arthur PennDirector
- Anne BancroftAnnie Sullivan
- Patty DukeHelen Keller
- Victor JoryCaptain Arthur Keller
- Inga SwensonKate Keller
- Andrew PrineJames Keller
- Kathleen ComegysAunt Ev
- John BlissAdmissions Officer (uncredited)
- Grant CodeDoctor (uncredited)
- Michele FarrAnnie at Age 10 (uncredited)
- Jack HollanderMr. Anagnos of Perkins School in Boston (uncredited)
- Alan HowardJimmie at Age 8 (uncredited)
- Judith Lowry1st Crone (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 23 May 1962
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Gibson
- Budget
- $500K
- Box office
- $2.5M
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What The Miracle Worker is based on
The Miracle Worker is based on The Story of My Life (1903) by Helen Keller.
1903
The Story of My Life
By Helen Keller
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The Miracle Worker: quick answers
Is The Miracle Worker worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 7.9/10 from 362 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Miracle Worker?
The Miracle Worker runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does The Miracle Worker have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Miracle Worker. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Miracle Worker parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Miracle Worker is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Miracle Worker on?
The Miracle Worker isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Miracle Worker?
If you liked The Miracle Worker, try Song for a Raggy Boy, An Angel at My Table, I Swear.
Who directed The Miracle Worker?
The Miracle Worker (1962) was directed by Arthur Penn and stars Anne Bancroft, Patty Duke, Victor Jory.
What is The Miracle Worker based on?
The Miracle Worker is based on The Story of My Life (1903) by Helen Keller.