The Christmas Spirit
1956, English. Directed by William F. Claxton.
Story about two boys who want ponies for Christmas but their family can only afford one. The horse owner, who is bitter about the loss of his son in the war, is softened by the boys' sacrifice for each other.
- Runtime
- 0h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 1 December 1956
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Herbert Moulton
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The Christmas Spirit runs 29 minutes (0h 29m).
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The Christmas Spirit isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Christmas Spirit?
If you liked The Christmas Spirit, try Where the Red Fern Grows, Where the Red Fern Grows, Angels in the Snow.
Who directed The Christmas Spirit?
The Christmas Spirit (1956) was directed by William F. Claxton and stars Tudor Owen, Forrest Taylor, Chick Chandler.