Ep 10. A Little Miracle - December 24, 1962

Sam Beckett leaps into the body of a man named Nick in New York City on Christmas Eve, 1962. Nick is a street corner Santa Claus, collecting money for charity. Sam quickly discovers that Nick has both a tough exterior and a generous heart. Throughout the episode, Sam interacts with several people on the streets of New York who are struggling in various ways.

Sam's main mission in this leap is to help a young mother named Theresa and her daughter, Molly. Theresa's husband is in jail, leaving her to care for their daughter on her own. Theresa's mother, who was supposed to come to New York to spend Christmas with them, is unable to make the trip. Sam tries to help Theresa and Molly in any way he can, while also learning more about Nick's life and the people he encounters every day.

Meanwhile, Al provides Sam with information about the people he meets, including a small-time crook named Frankie who tries to rob Nick's collection bucket. Sam also meets a man named Michael, who is struggling with alcoholism and trying to make amends with his estranged wife and son. As he gets to know these people, Sam realizes that his presence is having a bigger impact on their lives than he initially thought.

Throughout the episode, there are several heartwarming moments, including a scene where Sam helps Molly find the perfect Christmas tree for their small apartment. Sam also tries to help Theresa by finding her a job and arranging for her to receive a Christmas bonus from her employer.

As the episode progresses, Sam faces several challenges, including a run-in with a gang of young thugs and a confrontation with Frankie, the thief who tried to rob Nick. However, Sam remains determined to help Theresa and Molly, and he ultimately undergoes a personal transformation that helps him better understand the true meaning of Christmas.

In the end, Sam completes his mission and leaps out of Nick's body, leaving behind a world that is slightly better off than it was before he arrived. A Little Miracle is a heartwarming and uplifting episode that reminds viewers of the importance of kindness, generosity, and compassion during the holiday season.