Expecting a Miracle

A practical, engineering-minded husband who initially struggles with infertility but grows through his willingness to sacrifice for a child. He uses his skills to repair and improve the village’s flying machine, ultimately choosing family over personal gain. Pete's evolving empathy turns him toward adopting Pepillo and, later, embracing the idea of a larger family.

A hopeful and caring wife who faces infertility with resilience. She supports Pete's plan and shifts from pursuing medical fertility treatment to prioritizing Pepillo's wellbeing. Her heart leads the couple toward adopting Pepillo and, unexpectedly, toward her own pregnancy at the end.

A crippled yet hopeful boy whose belief in the village saint propels the central drama. He forms a bond with Pete and longs for a miracle that could cure him. Pepillo's accident and subsequent recovery drive the transformation of Pete and Donna and catalyze the plan to give him a future in the U.S.

The village priest who helps organize the fiesta and oversees the flying ceremony. He supports Pepillo's belief in the saint and provides spiritual context for the miracle. Father Arturo embodies the merging of faith, tradition, and community in Dommatina.

The adult brother and village mechanic who grapples with the slow arrival of parts. He demonstrates practical skill and loyalty as he works with Pete to repair and enhance the flying machine. Juan plays a key role in keeping the village's tradition alive through hands-on help.

Juan's fiancée who cares for the village's children and maintains family and communal ties. She embodies nurturing spirit and acts as a bridge between adults and kids. Magdalena helps ensure Pepillo's happiness and inclusion within the community.