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Miracle on 34th Street (1994)

“If you really believe, anything can happen.”

6.8/10 · 1,192 votes 1h 54m pg FantasyDramaFamily

#41 of 90 films from 1994 #509 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Les Mayfield · Written by John Hughes, George Seaton, Valentine Davies

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Overview

Six-year-old Susan Walker has doubts about childhood's most enduring miracle—Santa Claus. Her mother told her the secret about Santa a long time ago, but, after meeting a special department store Santa who's convinced he's the real thing, Susan is given the most precious gift of all—something to believe in.

Cast

Mara Wilsonas Susan Walker
Richard Attenboroughas Kris Kringle
Dylan McDermottas Bryan Bedford
Elizabeth Perkinsas Dorey Walker
J.T. Walshas Ed Collins
James Remaras Jack Duff
Robert Proskyas Judge Henry Harper
Jack McGeeas Tony Falacchi
Jennifer Morrisonas Denice
Jane Leevesas Alberta Leonard
Joss Acklandas Victor Landbergh
Allison Janneyas Woman in Christmas Shop
Simon Jonesas Donald Shellhammer
Kathrine Narduccias Mother

Facts

Release dateNovember 18, 1994
Runtime114 min (1h 54m) — about the same as the 1994 average of 106 min
GenresFantasy, Drama, Family
LanguageEN
Box office$46,264,384
IMDbtt0110527

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Questions

How long is Miracle on 34th Street?
Miracle on 34th Street runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Is Miracle on 34th Street worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 1,192 votes, which places it #41 of 90 films released in 1994 in this index (top 56%) and #509 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Miracle on 34th Street?
Miracle on 34th Street was directed by Les Mayfield. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Blue Streak (1999), The Man (2005), Encino Man (1992).
Who stars in Miracle on 34th Street?
Mara Wilson as Susan Walker; Richard Attenborough as Kris Kringle; Dylan McDermott as Bryan Bedford; Elizabeth Perkins as Dorey Walker; J.T. Walsh as Ed Collins; James Remar as Jack Duff.
What is Miracle on 34th Street rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Miracle on 34th Street?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/18714.

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