A Christmas Carol
1938, English. Directed by Edwin L. Marin.
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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.
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
7.0/10 from 158 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Edwin L. MarinDirector
- Reginald OwenEbenezer Scrooge
- Gene LockhartBob Cratchit
- Terry Kilburn'Tiny Tim' Cratchit
- Barry MacKayScrooge's Nephew Fred
- Lynne CarverFred's Fiancee Bess
- Leo G. CarrollMarley's Ghost
- Ann RutherfordSpirit of Christmas Past
- Lionel BrahamSpirit of Christmas Present
- Ronald SinclairYoung Ebenezer
- Kathleen LockhartMrs. Cratchit
- Bunny BeattyMartha Cratchit
- Charles PeckPeter Cratchit
Details
- Released
- 16 December 1938
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Hugo Butler
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What A Christmas Carol is based on
A Christmas Carol is based on A Christmas Carol, an 1843 novel by Charles Dickens, published by Chapman and Hall.
Novel · 1843
A Christmas Carol
By Charles Dickens
Published by Chapman and Hall
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A Christmas Carol: quick answers
Is A Christmas Carol worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 7.0/10 from 158 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Christmas Carol?
A Christmas Carol runs 69 minutes (1h 9m).
Does A Christmas Carol have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Christmas Carol. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Christmas Carol parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Christmas Carol is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Christmas Carol on?
A Christmas Carol isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Christmas Carol?
If you liked A Christmas Carol, try Scrooge, Scrooge, A Christmas Carol.
Who directed A Christmas Carol?
A Christmas Carol (1938) was directed by Edwin L. Marin and stars Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart, Terry Kilburn.
What is A Christmas Carol based on?
A Christmas Carol is based on A Christmas Carol, an 1843 novel by Charles Dickens, published by Chapman and Hall.