The Gift of Love
1978, English. Directed by Don Chaffey.
Inspired by O. Henry's short story about a young bride and groom, each of whom foolishly--but quite lovingly--sacrifices a treasured possession to buy the perfect Christmas gift for their mate.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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The Gift of Love is streaming on Dove in India.
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Cast & crew
- Don ChaffeyDirector
- Marie OsmondBeth Atherton
- Timothy BottomsRudi Miller
- Bethel LeslieAgnes
- June LockhartConstance Schuyler
- Donald MoffatWilliam Schuyler
- David WayneO'Henry and Narrator
- James WoodsAlfred Browning
- Sondra WestMary O'Halloran
- Robert PierceFranz Hollner
- Fred StuthmanGriggs
- Peggy ReaMrs. Mooney
- Anne RamseyMaeve O'Halloran
Details
- Released
- 8 December 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Caryl Ledner
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How long is The Gift of Love?
The Gift of Love runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
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Which OTT platform is The Gift of Love on?
The Gift of Love is streaming on Dove in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Gift of Love?
If you liked The Gift of Love, try A Valentine's Match, Let It Snow, Borrowed Hearts.
Who directed The Gift of Love?
The Gift of Love (1978) was directed by Don Chaffey and stars Marie Osmond, Timothy Bottoms, Bethel Leslie.