

The Gift of Love: A Christmas Story
1983, English. Directed by Delbert Mann.
After experiencing several stressful situations within a short time — including the failure of the family business and the loss of her mother — Janet Broderick becomes ill. Falling into a deep sleep, she dreams of returning to her hometown, taking her children with her to meet her deceased loved ones. Perhaps, during a Christmas reunion with her beloved family, she will find the answer to coping with her troubles.
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- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 20 December 1983
- Country
- United States of America
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The Gift of Love: A Christmas Story runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
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The Gift of Love: A Christmas Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Gift of Love: A Christmas Story?
If you liked The Gift of Love: A Christmas Story, try I'll Be Home for Christmas, The Christmas Shoes, Death of a Salesman.
Who directed The Gift of Love: A Christmas Story?
The Gift of Love: A Christmas Story (1983) was directed by Delbert Mann and stars Lee Remick, Angela Lansbury, Polly Holliday.