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The Christmas Carol

1949·Movie
25min
IMDb5.9

Where to watch

PeacockHooplaFlixHouseShout! Factory TVFlixFling

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The Christmas Carol fingerprint

Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle4
  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Uplifting and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Catharsis9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Dark Humor1

World

History, faith and meaning, and fantasy

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout storytelling

  • Narrative Structure8
  • Direction7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

A Christmas Carol was a 1949 syndicated, black and white television special narrated by Vincent Price.
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Crew

Directed by:
Arthur Pierson

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Christmas Carol

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Where can I stream The Christmas Carol legally?

PeacockHooplaFlixHouseShout! Factory TVFlixFlingFawesomePeacock Premium+Dove

The Christmas Carol is included with a subscription to Peacock, FlixFling, Peacock Premium+, and Artiflix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, FlixHouse, and Shout! Factory TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and FlixFling. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Christmas Carol worth watching?

58
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Christmas Carol?

0 h 25 min

The Christmas Carol runs 0 h 25 min.

Is The Christmas Carol based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is The Christmas Carol in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Christmas Carol?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Christmas Carol in 138 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.