

Big Miracle
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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.
Click a service to open Big Miracle there. Availability last verified on September 21, 2026.
Where is Big Miracle streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | YouTube Free | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Orange VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon 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
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
Big Miracle isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Big Miracle

Drew Barrymore
Rachel Kramer

John Krasinski
Adam Carlson

Kristen Bell
Jill Jerard

Vinessa Shaw
Kelly Meyers

Dermot Mulroney
Colonel Scott Boyer

Ted Danson
J. W. McGraw

Kathy Baker
Ruth McGraw

Tim Blake Nelson
Pat Lafaytette

Stephen Root
Governor Haskell

John Michael Higgins
Wes Handrick

Bruce Altman
Chief of Staff

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.











