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      Miracle in East Texas

      PG Released Oct 29, 2023 2 hr. 5 min. History Drama List
      Reviews 98% 50+ Ratings Audience Score Based on actual accounts, this is the tale of two aging con-men at the dawn of the Great Depression and the biggest oil strike in the history of the world. Irving Tanner, Jr. (Lou Gossett, Jr.) recounts the 1930 legend. Times are hard, when the unluckiest wildcatter in the world, Dad Everett (John Ratzenberger) teams up with Doc Boyd (Kevin Sorbo), a charming snake oil salesman. Together they convince several new widows (Sam Sorbo, Paula Boudreau, and others) to invest in their worthless oil wells. Then, the unthinkable happens! Our two Casanovas face a challenge: declare another dry hole for a clean escape, or bring the well in like genuine oil men, and likely spend the rest of their lives in jail? Meanwhile, some of their angry investors (Tyler Mane) are fixing to do something about their scheming. This mostly true story will make you laugh, shed a tear, and give you pride in the God-Blessed American way. Read More Read Less

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      Lonnie Very entertaining with a historical perspective. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/12/23 Full Review Richard B. Well Written script, funny, thought provoking. The acting was excellent and believable.. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/06/23 Full Review Truthfulone I thought it was Funny. I laughed and laughed. The humor you added to a true story was refreshing. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/05/23 Full Review carolyn f It followed the book pretty well. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/04/23 Full Review Thwipsniktmraw The film was clearly made on a budget, but the it still has plenty of layered, heartening meaning and great performances. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 11/03/23 Full Review Candy E Great family movie. Was serious and humorous and actors were well suited to their rolls. Very entertaining! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 11/02/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis Based on actual accounts, this is the tale of two aging con-men at the dawn of the Great Depression and the biggest oil strike in the history of the world. Irving Tanner, Jr. (Lou Gossett, Jr.) recounts the 1930 legend. Times are hard, when the unluckiest wildcatter in the world, Dad Everett (John Ratzenberger) teams up with Doc Boyd (Kevin Sorbo), a charming snake oil salesman. Together they convince several new widows (Sam Sorbo, Paula Boudreau, and others) to invest in their worthless oil wells. Then, the unthinkable happens! Our two Casanovas face a challenge: declare another dry hole for a clean escape, or bring the well in like genuine oil men, and likely spend the rest of their lives in jail? Meanwhile, some of their angry investors (Tyler Mane) are fixing to do something about their scheming. This mostly true story will make you laugh, shed a tear, and give you pride in the God-Blessed American way.
      Director
      Kevin Sorbo
      Executive Producer
      Scott J. Jones
      Screenwriter
      Dan Gordon
      Distributor
      Fathom Events
      Production Co
      Alberta Film Projects, E.T.O Films
      Rating
      PG (Mild Thematic Elements|Some Suggestive Material)
      Genre
      History, Drama
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Oct 29, 2023, Limited