A Time for Miracles (1980): cast, story & where to watch

1980 · Film

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Released in 1980, A Time for Miracles is a drama and tv movie film directed by Michael O'Herlihy, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. Elizabeth Bayley Seton, America's first native-born saint and founder of the Sisters of Charity, is the subject of this inspiring biopic. After the tragic death of her husband, Seton converts to Catholicism. Once again, she suffers terrible loss when two of her children die, but goes on to found the American Sisters of Charity and the first American Catholic schools. Seton died in 1826 and was canonized by Pope Paul VI in 1975.

Who’s in it. A Time for Miracles stars Kate Mulgrew as Mother Elizabeth Bayley Seton, Jean-Pierre Aumont as Father DuBois, Rossano Brazzi as Fillipo Fillici and Lorne Greene as Bishop John Carroll, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Time for Miracles page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Time for Miracles tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Time for Miracles (1980)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Time for Miracles change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in A Time for Miracles?
A Time for Miracles stars Kate Mulgrew, Jean-Pierre Aumont, Rossano Brazzi, Lorne Greene and John Forsythe.
When was A Time for Miracles released?
A Time for Miracles was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.