
A Christmas Carol
Being a Ghost Story of Christmas
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: A Christmas Carol
- Genres: Family, Drama, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1977-12-24
- Runtime: 58 minutes
- Rating: 6.6/10 (17 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: BBC
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.293
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

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
Gallery

Trailers & Clips
BBC Count Dracula trailer (Christmas 1977)
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Christmas Carol?▼
A Christmas Carol is a Family, Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1977-12-24.
Who are the main actors in A Christmas Carol?▼
The main cast includes Michael Hordern, John Le Mesurier, Bernard Lee, Patricia Quinn, Carol MacReady, .
Where can I watch A Christmas Carol online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if A Christmas Carol is available.
Is A Christmas Carol based on a true story?▼
Being a Ghost Story of Christmas
What is the IMDb rating of A Christmas Carol?▼
A Christmas Carol has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 17 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of A Christmas Carol?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for A Christmas Carol?▼
The soundtrack was composed by BBC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was A Christmas Carol filmed?▼
A Christmas Carol was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is A Christmas Carol?▼
The total runtime of A Christmas Carol is 58 minutes.
Is A Christmas Carol suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to A Christmas Carol?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to A Christmas Carol.
Does A Christmas Carol have a post-credit scene?▼
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