The Great Rupert
1950, English. Directed by Irving Pichel.
Christmas miracles do happen
Shortly before Christmas, a family moves into an apartment where Rupert the squirrel lives in the attic rafters. Just as it seems that the holiday will come and go without so much as a Christmas tree, Rupert acts as the family's guardian angel - not only saving Christmas, but changing their lives forever.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Irving PichelDirector
- Jimmy DuranteMr. Louie Amendola
- Terry MooreRosalinda Amendola
- Tom DrakePeter 'Pete' Dingle
- Frank OrthMr. Frank Dingle
- Sara HadenMrs. Katie Dingle
- Queenie SmithMrs. Amendola
- Chick ChandlerPhil Davis
- Jimmy ConlinJoe Mahoney
- RupertHimself the Squirrel
- Hugh SandersMulligan
- Don BeddoeMr. Haggerty
- Frank CadyMr. Taney - Tax Investigator
Details
- Released
- 1 March 1950
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- László Vadnay, Harry Crane, James O'Hanlon
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How long is The Great Rupert?
The Great Rupert runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
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The Great Rupert parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Great Rupert is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Great Rupert on?
The Great Rupert isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Great Rupert?
If you liked The Great Rupert, try Babes in Toyland, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, Shaun the Sheep: The Flight Before Christmas.
Who directed The Great Rupert?
The Great Rupert (1950) was directed by Irving Pichel and stars Jimmy Durante, Terry Moore, Tom Drake.