Mr. Miracle

5.5/10 · 734 ratings20141h 26mChristmasWeirdness 6/10Bingo card

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The premise

A Guardian Angel, posing as an English teacher, helps a young woman find her way before Christmas.

How unusual is it?

More than most. Angels/heaven, an actual miracle and an enemies-to-lovers arc push it well past the usual Hallmark template — the strangest 18% of everything we've logged.

Who’s in it

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Wait, what?

The quirks and curveballs that make this one a little weirder than your average Hallmark. No spoilers, promise.

  • The protagonist is an angel who doesn't know how to sit in a chair or use a door handle.
  • A dog named Tommy is actually a high-ranking angel who communicates non-verbally.
  • Harry claims to have taught William Shakespeare how to play gin rummy in heaven.
  • The angel mentor uses magical wind to knock over a man with a broken leg to facilitate a conversation.

Every trope, all in one place

Here’s everything this one has going on, from the setting to the way it wraps up. Tap any of the 35 to find more movies that do the same thing.

How it all plays out

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Full story (spoilers)
The film begins in the celestial realm where Celeste, an experienced mentor angel, expresses concern over Harry Mills, an eccentric angel receiving his first human assignment. Harry arrives on Earth and immediately struggles with the physical world, failing to understand how to sit in chairs, use keys, or knock on doors. His mission is to help Addie Folsom, a woman with dyslexia whose self-esteem suffered after her father's death, causing her to flee from her true calling in medicine. Harry is given a cover as a literature professor at a community college in Tacoma, teaching 'A Christmas Carol.' He is warned by Celeste to stay out of trouble with his boss, Mr. Conceito, and to avoid romantic entanglements with humans. Harry is placed in a house next door to Addie. He discovers that Addie’s childhood rival, Erich, has returned to town and is staying with his mother, Julie, after a skiing accident. When Addie's mother and Julie plan a cruise, Harry and Celeste intervene to ensure Addie becomes Erich's primary caregiver. Initially, the two clash due to past resentments; Addie believes Erich always looked down on her, while Erich reveals he actually admired her father and struggled with his own father's abandonment. Harry’s attempts to help are often clumsy, such as trying to force Addie into a job at her father's clinic or giving her a 'Number One Coach' trophy to boost her self-esteem. The conflict peaks when Erich’s ex-girlfriend, Victoria, arrives to 'take over' his care, causing Addie to retreat into her old patterns of running away. She attempts to drop Harry's class, but Harry uses the themes of Dickens' novel to show her that people can change their own narratives. He helps her read the final chapter of the book and facilitates her finding a hidden letter from her late father, which expresses his immense pride in her. This emotional breakthrough gives Addie the confidence to finish her degree. In the climax, Addie passes her final exam with flying colors, impressing even the skeptical Mr. Conceito. At a community tree-lighting party, Addie and Erich realize their feelings for each other and share a romantic moment. Having successfully completed his mission, Harry is granted permission to stay on Earth for more assignments, continuing his journey as a bumbling but effective 'Mr. Miracle.'

Beat by beat

  1. Opening

    Harry Mills, an eccentric angel, arrives on Earth and receives his assignment to get Addie Folsom's life back on track by Christmas.

  2. Inciting Incident

    Harry begins teaching Addie's literature class and moves in next door to her, discovering her history of running away from challenges.

  3. Midpoint

    Addie agrees to care for her injured childhood rival, Erich, leading to a series of emotional revelations about their shared past and Addie's father.

  4. Climax

    Addie nearly drops out of school again after a confrontation with Erich's ex, but Harry helps her find a letter from her father that restores her self-belief.

  5. Resolution

    Addie passes her finals and commits to a medical career; Harry is allowed to stay on Earth for future assignments.

35 tropes in one movie

We counted 35 distinct Hallmark tropes packed into this one — a genuine greatest-hits reel.

How it stacks up

Where this one’s rating lands against every other rated Hallmark movie.

Rating 5.5 vs every rated Hallmark moviemedian 6.4This movie · 5.5567

Among the lower-rated Hallmark movies — the median is 6.4.

Where this one fits

The corners of the catalog Mr. Miracle belongs to — handy if you’re after more of the same.

Debbie Macomber's Mrs. MiraclePart of the 5-film Debbie Macomber's Mrs. Miracle series.

Lines worth quoting

The lines that stuck with us — the ones you’ll be repeating after the credits roll.

  • “I taught him how to play gin rummy. After he got his wings, of course.”
    — Harry MillsDiscussing his 'experience' teaching Shakespeare to his boss.
  • “1843 may seem like a long time ago, but it's mere minutes, depending on what plane you're on.”
    — Harry MillsExplaining the publication date of A Christmas Carol to his class.
  • “He says it was 'Mr. Miracle.'”
    — Addie FolsomReferring to Harry after the dog 'communicates' who was responsible for the party.

Meet the characters

Who’s who before you press play. Nothing here gives the ending away.

  • Harry Mills

    Lead

    Angel / Literature Professor

    Mentor and professor

    EccentricBumblingWell-meaningSocially awkward
  • Addie Folsom

    Lead

    Student / Caregiver

    InsecureResilientCompassionateDyslexic
  • Erich

    Love interest

    Mayor's Assistant

    Childhood rival and neighbor

    SuccessfulInjuredMisunderstoodCompetitive
  • Mr. Conceito

    Antagonist

    Head of English Department

    Harry's boss

    StrictSkepticalHumorless
  • Celeste

    Supporting

    Mentor Angel

    Harry's supervisor

    WisePatientMagical

Questions people ask about Mr. Miracle

Where can I watch Mr. Miracle?

Mr. Miracle is available via fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ Amazon Channel. Streaming options change often, so check current availability before settling in.

How long is Mr. Miracle?

Mr. Miracle runs about 1 hour and 26 minutes, and was released in 2014.

Is Mr. Miracle a Christmas movie?

Yes. Mr. Miracle is a Hallmark Christmas movie, set during the holiday season.

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