Miracle on 42nd Street
Seen it?2017 | 67 min | Documentary
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It was a box office smash, though it had almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Great for anyone who likes learning something new. New York is practically a character here.
- The mood
- Eye-opening.
- The pace
- Moves through the story clearly, at 1 hr 7 min. Short enough for a weeknight.
- What might put you off
- Skip it if you want made-up drama tonight.
The story of Manhattan Plaza, the renowned experiment in subsidized housing catering to people in the arts. Numerous celebrities pay homage to the impact the building had on their lives and careers.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerVery strong
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 12K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Alice Elliott
- Angela LansburySelf
- Giancarlo EspositoSelf
- Donald FaisonSelf
- Larry DavidSelf
- Terrence HowardSelf
- Samuel L. JacksonSelf