Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey
“Back in the days of the Roman Empire, a small donkey is born with VERY long ears, that keep getting him into trouble...”
Synopsis
Nestor the donkey is a bit of an oddity--his long ears are enough for six donkeys and stretch all the way to the ground. One night, when Nestor is locked out in the cold, he begins to wander the desert.
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Preview Clip | Nestor - The Long Eared Christmas Donkey | Warner Archive
Type: Clip • Published 2014-12-03
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Roger Miller
Speiltoe / Narrator (voice)
Eric Stern
Nestor (voice)
Paul Frees
Santa Claus / Olaf / Donkey Dealer (voice)
Brenda Vaccaro
Tilly (voice)
Linda Gary
Nestor's Mother (voice)
Don Messick
Roman Soldier (voice)
Iris Rainer
Young Donkeys (voice)
Shelly Hines
Young Donkeys (voice)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr.
- Screenplay & Story
- Jules Bass, Romeo Muller
- Original Score
- Jules Bass, Maury Laws
- Original Title
- Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Japan
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- Rankin/Bass Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr.
Jules Bass, Romeo Muller
Jules Bass, Maury Laws
Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr., Masaki Îzuka
Department Leadership Roster
Jules Bass
Director
Arthur Rankin Jr.
Director
Paul Coker Jr.
Production Design
Romeo Muller
Writer
Jules Bass
Producer
Arthur Rankin Jr.
Producer
Masaki Îzuka
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey
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What is Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey about?
Nestor the donkey is a bit of an oddity--his long ears are enough for six donkeys and stretch all the way to the ground. One night, when Nestor is locked out in the cold, he begins to wander the desert.
Who directed Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey?
Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey was directed by Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr..
Who stars in Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey?
The principal cast of Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey includes Roger Miller, Eric Stern, Paul Frees, Brenda Vaccaro, Linda Gary.
When was Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey released and how long is it?
Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey was composed by Jules Bass, Maury Laws.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey?
Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).