Jack Frost
1979, English. Directed by Arthur Rankin Jr. & Jules Bass.
Pardon-me Pete, the official groundhog of Groundhog Day, tells the story of Jack Frost, who falls in love with a beautiful young woman and begs Father Winter to make him human so that she can see him. His request is granted, but only on the condition that by the Spring he has a house, a bag of gold, a horse and a wife. But Jack finds that life as a human is more complicated than he thought.
- Runtime
- 0h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 110 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Jack Frost
Jack Frost is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Arthur Rankin Jr.Director
- Jules BassDirector
- Buddy HackettPardon-Me-Pete (voice)
- Robert MorseJack Frost (voice)
- Paul FreesKubla Kraus / Father Winter (voices)
- Larry StorchPapa (voice)
- Dave GarrowayGroundhog Day Television Reporter (voice)
- Debra ClingerElisa (voice)
- Don MessickSnip (voice)
- Dee StrattonMama (voice)
- Sonny MelendrezSir Ravenal Rightfellow (voice)
- Dina LynnHolly (voice)
Details
- Released
- 13 December 1979
- Country
- United States of America, Japan
- Written by
- Romeo Muller
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What Jack Frost is based on
Jack Frost is adapted from a myths, legends or folklore.
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Jack Frost: quick answers
Is Jack Frost worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 110 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Jack Frost?
Jack Frost runs 48 minutes (0h 48m).
Does Jack Frost have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Jack Frost. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Jack Frost parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Jack Frost is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Jack Frost on?
Jack Frost is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Jack Frost?
If you liked Jack Frost, try Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, The Year Without a Santa Claus, The Little Drummer Boy: Book II.
Who directed Jack Frost?
Jack Frost (1979) was directed by Arthur Rankin Jr. and Jules Bass and stars Buddy Hackett, Robert Morse, Paul Frees.
What is Jack Frost based on?
Jack Frost is adapted from a myths, legends or folklore.