The Miracle
“Love, Lust & Lion Tamers”
Synopsis
Two teenagers Jimmy and Rose spend their vacation at the small Irish sea-resort Bray. Out of boredom they observe other people and imagine wild stories about them. One day they observe the blonde Renee, and Jimmy is immediately fascinated by her and even follows her home. She, too, seems to like him, but for a mysterious reason keeps him at a distance.
Top Cast
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Beverly D'Angelo
Renee Baker
Donal McCann
Sam
Niall Byrne
Jimmy
Lorraine Pilkington
Rose
J.G. Devlin
Mr. Beausang
Cathleen Delany
Miss Strange
Tom Hickey
Tommy
Shane Connaughton
Rose's Father
Mikkel Gaup
Jonner
Sylvia Teron
Muscular Lady
Anita Reeves
Ballroom Stager
Ruth McCabe
Wardrobe Mistress
Jer O'Leary
Barman
Earl Gill
Trumpet, Sam's Band
Johnny Devlin
Saxophone, Sam's Band
Chris Kenevey
Piano, Sam's Band
Tommy Donoghue
Drums, Sam's Band
Patrick Mason
Director, Destry Rides Again
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 3, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Neil Jordan
- Screenplay & Story
- Neil Jordan
- Original Score
- Anne Dudley
- Original Title
- The Miracle
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Cineplex Odeon Films, British Screen Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Neil Jordan
Neil Jordan
Anne Dudley
Philippe Rousselot
Joke van Wijk
Redmond Morris, Stephen Woolley
Department Leadership Roster
Redmond Morris
Producer
Stephen Woolley
Producer
Anne Dudley
Original Music Composer
Philippe Rousselot
Director of Photography
Joke van Wijk
Editor
Gemma Jackson
Production Design
Sheila White
Costume Design
Neil Jordan
Director
Neil Jordan
Writer
Sandy Powell
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Miracle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Miracle about?
Two teenagers Jimmy and Rose spend their vacation at the small Irish sea-resort Bray. Out of boredom they observe other people and imagine wild stories about them. One day they observe the blonde Renee, and Jimmy is immediately fascinated by her and even follows her home. She, too, seems to like him, but for a mysterious reason keeps him at a distance.
Who directed The Miracle?
The Miracle was directed by Neil Jordan.
Who stars in The Miracle?
The principal cast of The Miracle includes Beverly D'Angelo, Donal McCann, Niall Byrne, Lorraine Pilkington, J.G. Devlin.
When was The Miracle released and how long is it?
The Miracle was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for The Miracle?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Miracle was composed by Anne Dudley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Miracle?
The Miracle holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).