A Christmas Carol(1999)
“In just one night, he has seen his past, his present, and his future... and they've all come back to haunt him.”
Overview
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.
Director
David Hugh Jones
Studio
Hallmark Entertainment
Cast
Patrick Stewart
as Ebenezer Scrooge
Richard E. Grant
as Bob Cratchit
Joel Grey
as Ghost of Christmas Past
Ian McNeice
as Albert Fezziwig
Saskia Reeves
as Mrs. Cratchit
Desmond Barrit
as Ghost of Christmas Present
Bernard Lloyd
as Marley's Ghost
Dominic West
as Fred
Trevor Peacock
as Old Joe
Liz Smith
as Mrs. Dilber
Elizabeth Spriggs
as Mrs. Riggs
Kenny Doughty
as Young Scrooge
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1999
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Production Companies
Hallmark Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch A Christmas Carol?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for A Christmas Carol (1999).
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 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.
Who directed A Christmas Carol?▼
A Christmas Carol was directed by David Hugh Jones and released in 1999. It is a drama, fantasy film.
How long is A Christmas Carol?▼
A Christmas Carol has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in A Christmas Carol?▼
The cast of A Christmas Carol includes Patrick Stewart as Ebenezer Scrooge, Richard E. Grant as Bob Cratchit, Joel Grey as Ghost of Christmas Past, Ian McNeice as Albert Fezziwig, Saskia Reeves as Mrs. Cratchit and more.
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