The Miracle Worker
1979, English. Directed by Paul Aaron.
Television adaptation of the William Gibson classic.
The true story of Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan, a gripping battle to overcome impossible obstacles and the struggle to communicate. As a young girl, Helen Keller is stricken with scarlet fever. The illness leaves her blind, mute, and deaf. Sealed off from the world, Helen cannot communicate with anyone, nor anyone with her. Often frustrated and desperate, Helen flies into uncontrollable rages and tantrums that terrify her hopeless family. The gifted teacher Annie Sullivan is summoned by the family to help the girl understand the world from which she is isolated, freeing Helen Keller from her internal prison forever. Television remake of the 1962 film which also starred Patty Duke in the role of Helen Keller.
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- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
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- English
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- Released
- 14 October 1979
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Gibson
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What The Miracle Worker is based on
The Miracle Worker is based on The Miracle Worker by William Gibson and The Story of My Life (1903) by Helen Keller.
The Miracle Worker
By William Gibson
1903
The Story of My Life
By Helen Keller
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The Miracle Worker runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
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The Miracle Worker isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 14 October 1979. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Miracle Worker?
If you liked The Miracle Worker, try The Miracle Worker, Cheaters, Girl in the Box.
Who directed The Miracle Worker?
The Miracle Worker (1979) was directed by Paul Aaron and stars Patty Duke, Melissa Gilbert, Diana Muldaur.
What is The Miracle Worker based on?
The Miracle Worker is based on The Miracle Worker by William Gibson and The Story of My Life (1903) by Helen Keller.