The Small Miracle (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1951, The Small Miracle is a drama film directed by Maurice Cloche, running about 82 minutes. “The wonderful story of a wonderful adventure! Joyous...different...lovable!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. It's a story about a young Italian orphan boy taking his pet donkey to the Vatican to be blessed.
Who’s in it. The Small Miracle stars Vittorio Manunta as Peppino, Denis O'Dea as Father Damico, Guido Celano as Strotti and Nerio Bernardi as Father Superior.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Small Miracle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Small Miracle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Small Miracle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Small Miracle (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Small Miracle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Small Miracle worth watching?
- The Small Miracle holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Small Miracle?
- The Small Miracle stars Vittorio Manunta, Denis O'Dea, Guido Celano and Nerio Bernardi.
- When was The Small Miracle released?
- The Small Miracle was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.