The Little Drummer Boy
1968, English. Directed by Jules Bass & Arthur Rankin Jr. & Takeo Nakamura.
His gift was his song.
After being kidnapped and escaping, young drummer boy Aaron searches for his camel and finds him in the Nativity of the Baby Jesus. Aaron gives Baby Jesus the only gift he has, a song on his drum.
- Runtime
- 0h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 171 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Little Drummer Boy
The Little Drummer Boy is streaming on Hulu, Paramount Plus Premium, and Paramount Plus Essential in India.
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Details
- Released
- 19 December 1968
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Romeo Muller
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What The Little Drummer Boy is based on
The Little Drummer Boy is adapted from a song, poem or rhyme.
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The Little Drummer Boy: quick answers
What comes after The Little Drummer Boy?
Next in the series: The Little Drummer Boy: Book II (1976).
Is The Little Drummer Boy worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 171 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Little Drummer Boy?
The Little Drummer Boy runs 25 minutes (0h 25m).
Does The Little Drummer Boy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Little Drummer Boy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Little Drummer Boy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Little Drummer Boy is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Little Drummer Boy on?
The Little Drummer Boy is streaming on Hulu, Paramount Plus Premium, and Paramount Plus Essential in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Little Drummer Boy?
If you liked The Little Drummer Boy, try Stick Man, Anne of Green Gables, The Lion King.
Who directed The Little Drummer Boy?
The Little Drummer Boy (1968) was directed by Jules Bass and Arthur Rankin Jr. and Takeo Nakamura and stars Greer Garson, Ted Eccles, José Ferrer.
What is The Little Drummer Boy based on?
The Little Drummer Boy is adapted from a song, poem or rhyme.