The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow
Originally released in 1975. The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow is a animation film. directed by Jules Bass. At just 24 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Angela Lansbury, Cyril Ritchard, and David Kelley
Synopsis
A young shepherd, Lucas, is blinded by lightening, and some kindly nuns at a nearby abbey take him in. Sister Catherine describes snow to Lucas, who has never seen it. Lucas gets chosen to play an angel in the abbey's Christmas pageant, and the Christmas snow that falls during the pageant works a small miracle.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 19, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
0h 24m
24 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (20 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Japan
+ 1 more
Directors
Top Cast
Angela Lansbury
as Sister Theresa / Narrator (voice)
Cyril Ritchard
as Father Thomas (voice)
David Kelley
as Lucas (voice)
Dina Lynn
as Louisa (voice)
Iris Rainer
as Sister Catherine (voice)
Joan Gardner
as Sister Jean (voice)
Don Messick
as (voice)
Greg Thomas
as (voice)
Sean Manning
as (voice)
Hilary Momberger-Powers
as (voice)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Rankin/Bass Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow about?
A young shepherd, Lucas, is blinded by lightening, and some kindly nuns at a nearby abbey take him in. Sister Catherine describes snow to Lucas, who has never seen it. Lucas gets chosen to play an ...
Who directed The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow?
The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow was directed by Jules Bass.
How long is The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow?
The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow has a runtime of 0 hours and 24 minutes (24 minutes total).
When was The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow released?
The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow was released on December 19, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow?
The main cast of The First Christmas: The Story of the First Christmas Snow includes Angela Lansbury, Cyril Ritchard, David Kelley, Dina Lynn, Iris Rainer.