Cricket on the Hearth
"To have a Cricket on the Hearth is the luckiest thing in all the world!"
Originally released in 1967. Cricket on the Hearth is a animation/family film. directed by Jules Bass. At just 49 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Danny Thomas, Marlo Thomas, and Roddy McDowall
Synopsis
A delightful, animated musical version of Charles Dickens' classic tale. A Cricket on the Hearth, tells the story of a poor toymaker and his daughter whom a helpful Cricket named Crocket befriends on Christmas morning. When tragedy strikes the family, it's Crocket who comes to the rescue and restores peace and happiness.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 18, 1967
58 years ago
Runtime
0h 49m
49 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (19 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Rankin/Bass Productions
- Thomas/Spelling Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cricket on the Hearth about?
A delightful, animated musical version of Charles Dickens' classic tale. A Cricket on the Hearth, tells the story of a poor toymaker and his daughter whom a helpful Cricket named Crocket befriends ...
Who directed Cricket on the Hearth?
Cricket on the Hearth was directed by Jules Bass.
How long is Cricket on the Hearth?
Cricket on the Hearth has a runtime of 0 hours and 49 minutes (49 minutes total).
When was Cricket on the Hearth released?
Cricket on the Hearth was released on December 18, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cricket on the Hearth?
The main cast of Cricket on the Hearth includes Danny Thomas, Marlo Thomas, Roddy McDowall, Hans Conried, Paul Frees.