Pocketful of Miracles
1961, English. Directed by Frank Capra.
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A New York gangster and his girlfriend attempt to turn street beggar Apple Annie into a society lady when the peddler learns her daughter is marrying royalty.
- Runtime
- 2h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Pocketful of Miracles
Pocketful of Miracles is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix, and ScreenPix Amazon Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Frank CapraDirector
- Glenn FordDave 'The Dude' Conway
- Bette DavisApple Annie
- Hope LangeElizabeth 'Queenie' Martin
- Arthur O'ConnellCount Alfonso Romero
- Peter FalkJoy Boy
- Thomas MitchellJudge Henry G. Blake
- Edward Everett HortonHudgins
- Mickey ShaughnessyJunior
- David BrianGovernor
- Sheldon LeonardSteve Darcey
- Peter MannCarlos Romero
- Ann-MargretLouise
Details
- Released
- 18 December 1961
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Damon Runyon, Hal Kanter, Harry Tugend
- Budget
- $2.9M
- Box office
- $5M
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What Pocketful of Miracles is based on
Pocketful of Miracles is based on Lady for a Day, a 1933 film.
Film · 1933
Lady for a Day
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Pocketful of Miracles: quick answers
Is Pocketful of Miracles worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 193 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Pocketful of Miracles?
Pocketful of Miracles runs 136 minutes (2h 16m).
Does Pocketful of Miracles have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Pocketful of Miracles. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Pocketful of Miracles parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Pocketful of Miracles is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Pocketful of Miracles on?
Pocketful of Miracles is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix, and ScreenPix Amazon Channel in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Pocketful of Miracles?
If you liked Pocketful of Miracles, try Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood, It Runs in the Family, Find Me Guilty.
Who directed Pocketful of Miracles?
Pocketful of Miracles (1961) was directed by Frank Capra and stars Glenn Ford, Bette Davis, Hope Lange.
What is Pocketful of Miracles based on?
Pocketful of Miracles is based on Lady for a Day, a 1933 film.