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Miracle

(2004, Rated PG, Drama, Starring Patricia Clarkson, Noah Emmerich, Kurt Russell)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Moving story of the 1980 Olympic hockey team.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 7 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
  • Violence & scariness:

    Some rough sports action. Some intense sports scenes. There is a discussion of a team member's loss of a parent.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Brief strong language.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Miracle

Parents need to know that this movie has brief strong language and some intense sports scenes. There is a discussion of a team member's loss of a parent. Some younger viewers may be uncomfortable with the pressure Brooks puts on the team and his dismissal of a loyal player.

Read our full review by Nell Minow

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how Brooks picked the team he wanted. He was not much of a team player himself when it came to the committee members. Families could also talk about the coaches and teachers and mentors who have inspired them to do their best -- probably not always the ones who were the nicest.

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Great movie!

    I would bet that I have seen this movie like a million times and it never gets old. Since my family eat, sleeps and breathes ice hockey this movie fits in. Even if you don't like ice hockey this movie is a great one to watch. The best scene is one of the last faceoffs in the last game where everything goes silent, but the two sticks fightning to win the faceoff. It is a good movie to watch to get pumped before a big hockey game cause it works for me

  2. Adult Reviewer
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    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 5.0

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    Lives in Washington
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    The best sports movie ever!

    Whats more to say! Its as perfect movie for almost anyone!

  4. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    one of my favorite movies

    i love hockey, so this was one of my favorite movies. the acting was great, there were cute guys, and the story is already a good one, especially since it actually happened. i mean, even if there are good actors and actresses in a movie, it won't be good unless there is a good script. this script was exceptional in my opinion. this is a must-see movie, and i think anyone could see it - it just might be over some kids' heads.

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Oklahoma
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 4.0

  6. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    A great movie...

    I would definitely suggest going out and seeing this great movie with your family. Good message, and reminds you that you don't have to be the favorite to win, and that teamwork is the key. I really liked this movie, and it's one that I'm sure my family will watch over and over.

  7. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Tennessee
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Amazing Inspirational Movie

    It was a good movie. The message was good, the actors provided good examples of perseverence. The movie also had funny and clean humor, with the exception of one joke. Overall I would show this movie to any child or adult from 8 years up.

  8. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

    Both Grandma and 13 yr old grandson loved movie

    Pleasantly surprised that, yes, a greatly entertaining film can be made without all the foul language and meaningless sex scenes. A little slow at the start but hang in there for a real exciting and exhilarating film.

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