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Miracle Workers
SERIES: ABC, Monday 10:00p (60 minutes)


5.4

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Two patients undergo life-changing medical procedures (paid for by the show) in each episode of this feel-good medical reality series.

GENRE(S):	Reality (Non-Competitive)
FIRST AIR DATE:	March 6, 2006

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Chicago Sun-Times Doug Elfman

"Miracle Workers" is genuine, naturally sweet and never exploitative.

Chicago Tribune Sid Smith

There's restraint in the presentation here, at least compared with other shows in this ilk. The stories are touching and tell us at least a little about pretty amazing medical advances.

Miami Herald Glenn Garvin

As a reality show, Miracle Workers is unique: It is neither Machiavellian like Survivor, nor messianic, like Three Wishes, nor grotesque, like Fear Factor. It's as serious as life and death.

Variety Brian Lowry

Although the cynical part of me wants to mock it, [the] series definitely taps into the feel-good reality wave, and strictly from a practical standpoint the procedures are far more laudatory than augmented boobs or, in the case of "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," a new porch.

New York Daily News David Hinckley

The story of these patients is worthwhile, and even touching, but that doesn't make it excellent television.

The New York Times Neil Genzlinger

"Miracle Workers" has its share of the tears and phony drama we've come to expect in television-as-savior programs, but at its best it's more documentary than reality show.

Hollywood Reporter Randee Dawn

The series rings hollow from the moment the opening sequence kicks in, with a tone that screams "infomercial" rather than "docudrama."

Boston Globe Matthew Gilbert

It's kind of boring.

The average user rating for this tv show is 5.4 (out of 10) based on 5 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Kevin C gave it a1:
I can't put my finger on it, but for some reason, this show just fails to hold my interest. I just cannot get into this show, after trying for two episodes. It just does not appeal to me.

steve e gave it a5:
kind of boring...means well....but it's definitely missing something...just not produced very well...doubt that i will watch it anymore..

Marilyn W gave it a10:
Excellent show. Please give Doctors' names and addresses.

Barbara T gave it a9:
I truly hope this show succeeds so the miracles can continue!

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Miracle Workers SERIES: ABC, Monday 10:00p (60 minutes)

Miracle Workers
SERIES: ABC, Monday 10:00p (60 minutes)