A Christmas Story
A tribute to the original, traditional, one-hundred-percent, red-blooded, two-fisted, all-American Christmas.
The comic mishaps and adventures of a young boy named Ralph, trying to convince his parents, teachers, and Santa that a Red Ryder B.B. gun really is the perfect Christmas gift for the 1940s.
Where to Watch
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Movie Details
- Original Title: A Christmas Story
- Genres: Comedy, Family
- Release Date: 1983-11-18
- Runtime: 93 minutes
- Rating: 7.2/10 (1339 votes)
- Budget: $3,300,000
- Revenue: $20,700,000
- Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.3027
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Melinda Dillon
as Mother
Darren McGavin
as The Old Man
Peter Billingsley
as Ralphie
Jean Shepherd
as Ralphie as an Adult (voice)
Ian Petrella
as Randy
Scott Schwartz
as Flick
R.D. Robb
as Schwartz
Tedde Moore
as Miss Shields
Yano Anaya
as Grover Dill
Zack Ward
as Scut Farkus
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Behind the Scenes: Actors Relive Iconic Moments
Ralphie Gets Into A Fight
Then vs. Now
Flagpole Scene
40th Anniversary Spot
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Christmas Story?▼
A Christmas Story is a Comedy, Family movie directed by . It was released on 1983-11-18.
Who are the main actors in A Christmas Story?▼
The main cast includes Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley, Jean Shepherd, Ian Petrella, .
Where can I watch A Christmas Story online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if A Christmas Story is available.
Is A Christmas Story based on a true story?▼
A tribute to the original, traditional, one-hundred-percent, red-blooded, two-fisted, all-American Christmas.
What is the IMDb rating of A Christmas Story?▼
A Christmas Story has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 1339 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of A Christmas Story?▼
The movie had a production budget of $3,300,000 and earned $20,700,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for A Christmas Story?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was A Christmas Story filmed?▼
A Christmas Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is A Christmas Story?▼
The total runtime of A Christmas Story is 93 minutes.
Is A Christmas Story suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to A Christmas Story?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to A Christmas Story.
Does A Christmas Story have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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