Christmas for a Dollar movie poster

Christmas for a Dollar

"The true meaning of Christmas, for just a dollar."

December 15, 2013 1h 41m 6.5/10 (13 votes)

Originally released in 2013. Christmas for a Dollar is a drama/family film. directed by John Lyde.

Starring Brian Krause, Nancy Stafford, and Danielle Chuchran

Synopsis

America is in the midst of the Great Depression, and the Kamp family is struggling to get by, especially since Mrs. Kamp’s untimely death nearly a year ago. The older children do their best to take care of the family, but it’s the younger children—Hopalong Cassidy fan Norman and straight-talking little Ruthie—who struggle most. Now, with their mother gone and their father overwhelmed by doctor bills from young Norman’s battle with polio, the Kamp siblings fully expect a Christmas without presents. But when William scrapes together a dollar in coins to use for Christmas gifts, everything begins to change.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 15, 2013 12 years ago
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Runtime 1h 41m 101 minutes total
User Rating 6.5/10 Good (13 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Covenant Communications
  • Mainstay Productions
  • Paulist Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Christmas for a Dollar about?

America is in the midst of the Great Depression, and the Kamp family is struggling to get by, especially since Mrs. Kamp’s untimely death nearly a year ago. The older children do their best to ta...

Who directed Christmas for a Dollar?

Christmas for a Dollar was directed by John Lyde.

How long is Christmas for a Dollar?

Christmas for a Dollar has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).

When was Christmas for a Dollar released?

Christmas for a Dollar was released on December 15, 2013 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Christmas for a Dollar?

The main cast of Christmas for a Dollar includes Brian Krause, Nancy Stafford, Danielle Chuchran, James Gaisford, Heather Beers.