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Big Miracle (2012)

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

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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.

Release Date
February 2, 2012
Runtime
1h 47m
Rating
6.7/10 (523 votes)

Director: Ken Kwapis

Cast: Drew Barrymore, John Krasinski, Kristen Bell, Vinessa Shaw, Dermot Mulroney, Ted Danson, Kathy Baker, Tim Blake Nelson

Production: Working Title Films, Universal Pictures, Anonymous Content
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Budget
$40M
Revenue
$25M
Full Cast (39 people)

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Big Miracle

Big Miracle

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

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

6.7
107 min

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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Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date2/2/2012
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Cast

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

Ted Danson

as J. W. McGraw

Kathy Baker

as Ruth McGraw

Tim Blake Nelson

as Pat Lafaytette

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Big Miracle about?

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.

How long is Big Miracle?

1h 47m

When was Big Miracle released?

February 2, 2012

Who directed Big Miracle?

Ken Kwapis

Who stars in Big Miracle?

Drew Barrymore, John Krasinski, Kristen Bell

What genre is Big Miracle?

Adventure, Drama, Romance, Fantasy

What is Big Miracle rated?

PG