Promised a Miracle
1988, English. Directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal.
Was it an act of faith... or murder?
True story of a couple charged with manslaughter when their rejection of modern medicine in favor of religion to treat their diabetic child resulted in his death.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- Stephen GyllenhaalDirector
- Rosanna ArquetteAlice Elizabeth 'Lucky' Parker
- Judge ReinholdLarry Parker
- Giovanni RibisiWesley Parker
- Tom BowerMichael Elliot
- Robin Pearson RoseBeth
- John VickeryPastor Evans
- Gary BayerClark
- Shawn ElliottRomero
- Tuesday KnightRoberta Palmer
- Mark PhelanPoliceman
- Wyatt KnightBrother Walker
- Maria O'BrienCast
Details
- Released
- 19 May 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Hill, John With
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What Promised a Miracle is based on
Promised a Miracle is adapted from a novel.
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How long is Promised a Miracle?
Promised a Miracle runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Promised a Miracle have a post-credits scene?
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Promised a Miracle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Promised a Miracle is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Promised a Miracle on?
Promised a Miracle isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 19 May 1988. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Promised a Miracle?
If you liked Promised a Miracle, try Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise, ...First Do No Harm, I Am Elizabeth Smart.
Who directed Promised a Miracle?
Promised a Miracle (1988) was directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal and stars Rosanna Arquette, Judge Reinhold, Giovanni Ribisi.
What is Promised a Miracle based on?
Promised a Miracle is adapted from a novel.