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The Miracle Worker

7.919621h 46mNRMovieDramaHistory

The true story of the frightening, lonely world of silence and darkness of 7-year-old Helen Keller who, since infancy, has never seen the sky, heard her mother's voice or expressed her innermost feelings. Then Annie Sullivan, a 20-year-old…

DirectorArthur Penn
WriterWilliam Gibson
ProducerFred Coe

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Cast · Directed by Arthur Penn

ABAnne Bancroft
Anne Bancroft
Annie Sullivan
PDPatty Duke
Patty Duke
Helen Keller
VJVictor Jory
Victor Jory
Captain Arthur Keller
ISInga Swenson
Inga Swenson
Kate Keller
APAndrew Prine
Andrew Prine
James Keller
KCKathleen Comegys
Kathleen Comegys
Aunt Ev
JBJohn Bliss
John Bliss
Admissions Officer (uncredited)
GC
Grant Code
Doctor (uncredited)
MF
Michele Farr
Annie at Age 10 (uncredited)
JH
Jack Hollander
Mr. Anagnos of Perkins School in Boston (uncredited)
AH
Alan Howard
Jimmie at Age 8 (uncredited)
JLJudith Lowry
Judith Lowry
1st Crone (uncredited)

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The Miracle Worker — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Miracle Worker?

The Miracle Worker is streaming on MGM Plus and YouTube Free in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Miracle Worker on Netflix?

No, The Miracle Worker is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on MGM Plus and YouTube Free.

Is The Miracle Worker on Amazon Prime Video?

The Miracle Worker isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Miracle Worker for free?

The Miracle Worker is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United Kingdom.

Is The Miracle Worker based on a true story?

Yes — The Miracle Worker is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).