The Overcoat
2018, English. Directed by Sean Mullen & Meelis Arulepp.
An animated adaptation of Nikolai Gogol's classic short story about an office worker who saves all his money to buy a new coat in time for Christmas, only to have fate take a ghostly hand.
- Runtime
- 0h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 14 July 2018
- Country
- Ireland, Estonia
- Written by
- Hugh O'Conor
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What The Overcoat is based on
The Overcoat is based on The Overcoat, an 1842 short story by Nikolai Gogol.
Short story · 1842
The Overcoat
By Nikolai Gogol
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The Overcoat: quick answers
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How long is The Overcoat?
The Overcoat runs 30 minutes (0h 30m).
Does The Overcoat have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is The Overcoat on?
The Overcoat isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Overcoat?
If you liked The Overcoat, try Mickey's Christmas Carol, Angela's Christmas, Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas.
Who directed The Overcoat?
The Overcoat (2018) was directed by Sean Mullen and Meelis Arulepp and stars Michael McElhatton, Sam McGovern, Alfred Molina.
What is The Overcoat based on?
The Overcoat is based on The Overcoat, an 1842 short story by Nikolai Gogol.