Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas
2016, English. Directed by Matt Vogel.
Kindness is coming to town.
This holiday special goes back in time to show how Elmo's ancestors--not to mention those of Grover, Big Bird, Bert, Ernie, Oscar the Grouch and Cookie Monster--helped transform "the most unfriendly street in town" into the bright, kind, music-filled place it is today.
- Runtime
- 0h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- Matt VogelDirector
- Audra McDonaldCaroler
- Zosia MametBella
- Jim GaffiganSanta Claus
- Alan MuraokaAlan
- Suki LopezNina
- Ryan DillonElmo (voice)
- Eric JacobsonBert / Grover / Two-Headed Monster (voice)
- Matt VogelCount von Count / Constable (voice)
- Caroll SpinneyBig Bird / Oscar the Grouch (voice)
- Billy BarkhurstErnie (voice)
- Jennifer BarnhartHolly (voice)
- Tyler BunchLouie (voice)
Details
- Released
- 25 November 2016
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ken Scarborough, Geri Cole
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Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas: quick answers
Is Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas worth watching?
Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas?
Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas runs 51 minutes (0h 51m).
Does Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas on?
Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas?
If you liked Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas, try Elena and the Secret of Avalor, Casper Meets Wendy, The Amazing Mr. Blunden.
Who directed Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas?
Once Upon a Sesame Street Christmas (2016) was directed by Matt Vogel and stars Audra McDonald, Zosia Mamet, Jim Gaffigan.