Christmas Eve on Sesame Street

1978Movie1 h 0 min

80
GreatGoodWatch score

A heartwarming, uplifting comedy movie about family and fantasy.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

Where to watch

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Not for scares, brutality or big ideas.

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Story

Everyone on Sesame Street is preparing for Christmas: Bert and Ernie exchange gifts in a "The Gift of the Magi" fashion, Cookie Monster wants to get his most desired treat this year, and Big Bird worries when Oscar tells him that if Santa Claus can't fit down the chimney on Christmas Eve, nobody would get presents. Luckily for him, Grover and Kermit the Frog (along with some interviewed kids) decide to help with his investigation, but when Big Bird decides to take matters into his own hands, all of Sesame Street is thrown into a mad dash to find him.

Feels like

  • Holiday Special
  • Christmas
  • Nostalgic
  • Wholesome Family Entertainment
  • Beloved Characters
  • Puppets
  • Children's Classic
  • Heartwarming
  • Musical

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Jon Stone
Produced by
Dulcy Singer

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

December 3, 1978 · 1 h 0 min · Comedy, Family, Music, TV Movie

Released
December 3, 1978
Runtime
1 h 0 min
Genres
Comedy, Family, Music, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
2 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Christmas Eve on Sesame Street?"

Questions about Christmas Eve on Sesame Street

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Christmas Eve on Sesame Street?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Christmas Eve on Sesame Street from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Christmas Eve on Sesame Street worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 8.4).

Is Christmas Eve on Sesame Street okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will Christmas Eve on Sesame Street make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly situational comedy (7 of 10) and sharp wit (5 of 10).

Can I half-watch Christmas Eve on Sesame Street?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with meta narrative at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.