Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
Kernel Score: 82% · 826 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Family
Released: 1947-06-04
Runtime: 96 minutes
Where to watch Miracle on 34th Street
- Stream: Prime Video, Disney+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
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US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Kris Kringle, seemingly the embodiment of Santa Claus, is asked to portray the jolly old fellow at Macy's following his performance in the Thanksgiving Day parade. His portrayal is so complete that many begin to question if he truly is Santa Claus, while others question his sanity.
Miracle on 34th Street parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that this 1947 Christmas classic is gentle family fare centering on Santa Claus, a court trial about his identity, and a single mother learning to believe in wonder.
- Violence & scariness: None — No violence; conflict is entirely legal/courtroom drama.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: None — No substance use depicted.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
George Seaton
Cast
- Edmund Gwenn as Kris Kringle
- John Payne as Fred Gailey
- Maureen O'Hara as Doris Walker
- Natalie Wood as Susan Walker
- Philip Tonge as Julian Shellhammer
- Porter Hall as Granville Sawyer
- Alvin Greenman as Alfred (uncredited)
- Harry Antrim as R.H. Macy (uncredited)
- James Seay as Dr. Pierce (uncredited)
- Jerome Cowan as Thomas Mara
Miracle on 34th Street FAQ
Is Miracle on 34th Street good?
Miracle on 34th Street has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 826 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Miracle on 34th Street?
In the US you can stream Miracle on 34th Street on Prime Video and Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Miracle on 34th Street OK for kids?
Miracle on 34th Street is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that this 1947 Christmas classic is gentle family fare centering on Santa Claus, a court trial about his identity, and a single mother learning to believe in wonder.
What movies are like Miracle on 34th Street?
If you liked Miracle on 34th Street, try Merry Christmas, Drake & Josh, IF, The Seed of the Sacred Fig and Safety Last!.