A Christmas Carol
1971, English. Directed by Richard Williams.
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
- 0h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Tubi TVCast & crew
- Richard WilliamsDirector
- Alastair SimScrooge (voice)
- Michael RedgraveNarrator (voice)
- Diana QuickGhost of Christmas Past (voice)
- Joan SimsMrs. Cratchit (voice)
- Michael HordernMarley's Ghost (voice)
- Paul Whitsun-JonesFezziwig (voice)
- David TateScrooge's Nephew/ Charity Man (voice)
- Felix FeltonGhost of Christmas Present (voice)
- Annie WestBelle (voice)
- Melvyn HayesBob Cratchit (voice)
- Mary Ellen RayMrs. Dilber (voice)
- Alexander WilliamsTiny Tim (voice)
Details
- Released
- 21 December 1971
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom, Canada
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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 Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Christmas Carol?
A Christmas Carol runs 25 minutes (0h 25m).
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 watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Christmas Carol?
If you liked A Christmas Carol, try A Christmas Carol, A Christmas Carol, An American Christmas Carol.
Who directed A Christmas Carol?
A Christmas Carol (1971) was directed by Richard Williams and stars Alastair Sim, Michael Redgrave, Diana Quick.
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.