---
title: "The Miracle Worker"
year: 1962
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-miracle-worker-1962"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1162
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 106
community_rating: 7.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Miracle Worker (1962) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-miracle-worker-1962

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Miracle Worker is a film first released in 1962. Catalogued under Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by Playfilm Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A determined teacher breaks through silence to unlock a child's world."

### Why Watch
- Based on a true story
- Powerful performances
- Emotionally resonant

### Caveats & Content Note
- Serious tone may feel heavy
- Period pacing may be deliberate
- Tone & Suitability: The film presents a serious, emotionally intense portrayal of disability and perseverance.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: inspirational, historical, dramatic, emotional

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-miracle-worker-1962#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Arthur Penn
- **Networks / Studios**: Playfilm Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Anne Bancroft** as *Annie Sullivan*
- **Patty Duke** as *Helen Keller*
- **Victor Jory** as *Captain Arthur Keller*
- **Inga Swenson** as *Kate Keller*
- **Andrew Prine** as *James Keller*
- **Kathleen Comegys** as *Aunt Ev*
- **John Bliss** as *Admissions Officer (uncredited)*
- **Grant Code** as *Doctor (uncredited)*
- **Michele Farr** as *Annie at Age 10 (uncredited)*
- **Jack Hollander** as *Mr. Anagnos of Perkins School in Boston (uncredited)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the central premise of the film?
It follows a young deaf‑blind girl and her teacher who uses touch to communicate, changing her life.

### Q: Who are the main figures depicted?
The story focuses on Helen Keller, a seven‑year‑old, and Annie Sullivan, her 20‑year‑old teacher.

### Q: Is the story based on real events?
Yes, it dramatizes the true experiences of Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and forty‑six minutes.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama and history film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Miracle Worker — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1162)

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