The Christmas Candle
“Believe the Miracle”
Synopsis
Deep in the heart of the English countryside lies the enchanting village of Gladbury. Legend has it every 25 years an angel visits the village candlemaker and touches a single candle. Whoever lights this candle receives a miracle on Christmas Eve. But in 1890, at the dawn of the electric age, this centuries old legend may come to an end.
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Hans Matheson
David Richmond
Samantha Barks
Emily Barstow
Lesley Manville
Bea Haddington
Sylvester McCoy
Edward Haddington
James Cosmo
Herbert Hopewell
Susan Boyle
Eleanor Hopewell
Barbara Flynn
Lady Camdon
John Hannah
William Barstow
Jude Wright
Charlie
Emily Shewell
Orphan Sarah
James Greene
Old Man
Beatrice Curnew
Agnes Chumley
Nigel Betts
Dr. Clem
Anna Francolini
Mrs. Clem
Patricia England
Mrs. Chumley
Alice Bonifacio
Delilah Barber
Tessa Bell-Briggs
Widow Leonard
Grace Vallorani
Mrs. Finch
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 22, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 22, 2013
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$2.5M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Stephenson
- Screenplay & Story
- Candace Lee, Max Lucado, Eric Newman
- Original Score
- Tim Atack
- Original Title
- The Christmas Candle
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Worldwide Gross
- $2.5M
- Production Studios
- EchoLight Studios, Impact Productions LLC, Pinewood Studios, Big Book Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Stephenson
Candace Lee, Max Lucado, Eric Newman
Tim Atack
Mike Brewster
Emma E. Hickox
Tom Newman, Hannah Leader, Huw Penallt Jones, Steve Christian, Ivan Dunleavy
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Newman
Producer
Hannah Leader
Producer
Candace Lee
Writer
John Stephenson
Director
Tim Atack
Original Music Composer
Pam Downe
Costume Design
Mike Brewster
Director of Photography
Tony Noble
Production Design
Andre Relis
Producer
Emma E. Hickox
Editor
Eric Newman
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Christmas Candle.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Christmas Candle
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Christmas Candle about?
Deep in the heart of the English countryside lies the enchanting village of Gladbury. Legend has it every 25 years an angel visits the village candlemaker and touches a single candle. Whoever lights this candle receives a miracle on Christmas Eve. But in 1890, at the dawn of the electric age, this centuries old legend may come to an end.
Who directed The Christmas Candle?
The Christmas Candle was directed by John Stephenson.
Who stars in The Christmas Candle?
The principal cast of The Christmas Candle includes Hans Matheson, Samantha Barks, Lesley Manville, Sylvester McCoy, James Cosmo.
When was The Christmas Candle released and how long is it?
The Christmas Candle was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
How much did The Christmas Candle make at the box office?
The Christmas Candle grossed $2.5M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Christmas Candle?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Christmas Candle was composed by Tim Atack.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Christmas Candle?
The Christmas Candle holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).