A Christmas Carol
"A new powerful presentation of the most loved ghost story of all time!"
Originally released in 1984. A Christmas Carol is a drama/fantasy film. directed by Clive Donner.
Starring George C. Scott, Roger Rees, and David Warner
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
October 9, 1984
41 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (406 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Top Cast
George C. Scott
as Ebenezer Scrooge
Roger Rees
as Fred Holywell / Narrator
David Warner
as Bob Cratchit
Susannah York
as Mrs. Cratchit
Edward Woodward
as Ghost of Christmas Present
Angela Pleasence
as Ghost of Christmas Past
Michael Carter
as Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
Anthony Walters
as Tiny Tim
Caroline Langrishe
as Janet Holywell
Lucy Gutteridge
as Belle
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Entertainment Partners Ltd.
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 Clive Donner.
How long is A Christmas Carol?
A Christmas Carol has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was A Christmas Carol released?
A Christmas Carol was released on October 9, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Christmas Carol?
The main cast of A Christmas Carol includes George C. Scott, Roger Rees, David Warner, Susannah York, Edward Woodward.
Is A Christmas Carol worth watching?
A Christmas Carol has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 406 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.