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Big Miracle

2012·Movie·PG·107 min·6.7(534)

A family of whales trapped beneath the ice. One unforgettable rescue.

A small-town news reporter and a Greenpeace volunteer enlist the help of rival superpowers to save three majestic gray whales trapped under the ice of the Arctic Circle.

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Where to watch Big Miracle in United States

Can I watch Big Miracle in United States? Big Miracle isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

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Where is Big Miracle streaming around the world?

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GermanyApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Orange VOD
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JapanAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD

About Big Miracle

Big Miracle is a 2012 English-language adventure, drama and romance film directed by Ken Kwapis. The cast is led by Drew Barrymore, John Krasinski, Kristen Bell. It has a runtime of 1h 47m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Big Miracle was produced by Working Title Films, Universal Pictures, and Anonymous Content and made in Canada and United Kingdom. It was released on February 2, 2012, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $40 million, it went on to gross $25 million worldwide.

Director
Ken Kwapis
Writers
Michael Begler, Jack Amiel
Release date
February 2, 2012
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
Canada, United Kingdom
Budget
$40 million
Box office
$25 million
Production
Working Title Films, Universal Pictures, Anonymous Content
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Big Miracle cast & crew

Big Miracle was directed by Ken Kwapis and written by Michael Begler and Jack Amiel.

The cast features Drew Barrymore as Rachel Kramer, John Krasinski as Adam Carlson, Kristen Bell as Jill Jerard, Vinessa Shaw as Kelly Meyers, Dermot Mulroney as Colonel Scott Boyer, and Ted Danson as J. W. McGraw.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Cliff Eidelman, cinematography is by John Bailey, and it was produced by Michael Sugar and Tim Bevan.

Is Big Miracle worth watching?

Big Miracle holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 534 ratings, a solidly received adventure films.

At 1h 47m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy adventure, drama, and romance, Big Miracle is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Big Miracle

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Cast of Big Miracle

Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore

Rachel Kramer

John Krasinski

John Krasinski

Adam Carlson

Kristen Bell

Kristen Bell

Jill Jerard

Vinessa Shaw

Vinessa Shaw

Kelly Meyers

Dermot Mulroney

Dermot Mulroney

Colonel Scott Boyer

Ted Danson

Ted Danson

J. W. McGraw

Kathy Baker

Kathy Baker

Ruth McGraw

Tim Blake Nelson

Tim Blake Nelson

Pat Lafaytette

Stephen Root

Stephen Root

Governor Haskell

John Michael Higgins

John Michael Higgins

Wes Handrick

Bruce Altman

Bruce Altman

Chief of Staff

Andy Daly

Andy Daly

Don Davis

Big Miracle — FAQs

Where can I watch Big Miracle in United States?

Big Miracle is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is Big Miracle in?

Big Miracle is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Big Miracle?

Big Miracle runs 1 hours 47 minutes (107 minutes).

What is Big Miracle rated?

Big Miracle is rated PG. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 534 ratings.

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