A Christmas Carol
"Being a Ghost Story of Christmas"
Originally released in 1977. A Christmas Carol is a family/drama film. directed by Moira Armstrong. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Michael Hordern, John Le Mesurier, and Bernard Lee
Synopsis
Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Scrooge is faced with his own story of growing bitterness and meanness, and must decide what his own future will hold: death or redemption.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 24, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
0h 58m
58 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (21 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Michael Hordern
as Ebenezer Scrooge
John Le Mesurier
as Marley's Ghost
Bernard Lee
as Ghost of Christmas Present
Patricia Quinn
as Ghost of Christmas Past
Carol MacReady
as Mrs. Cratchit
Zoë Wanamaker
as Belle
Paul Copley
as Fred (Scrooge's Nephew)
Christopher Biggins
as Topper
John Salthouse
as Young Scrooge
Veronica Doran
as Caroline
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Christmas Carol about?
Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate tha...
Who directed A Christmas Carol?
A Christmas Carol was directed by Moira Armstrong.
How long is A Christmas Carol?
A Christmas Carol has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).
When was A Christmas Carol released?
A Christmas Carol was released on December 24, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Christmas Carol?
The main cast of A Christmas Carol includes Michael Hordern, John Le Mesurier, Bernard Lee, Patricia Quinn, Carol MacReady.