VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy
“When it seems you have nothing to bring... What gift can you give the King?”
Synopsis
In this Veggie-version of a holiday classic, Junior Asparagus stars as The Little Drummer Boy, a lonely child who finds the true meaning of Christmas when he stumbles upon the birth of the baby Jesus. A story of hope, love and forgiveness, this timeless tale will warm the hearts of children everywhere!
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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VeggieTales: Little Drummer Boy - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-10-03
Top Cast
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Lisa Vischer
Junior Asparagus / Aaron (voice)
Mike Nawrocki
Belthasar - Larry / Jerry Gourd / Mai - Jean Claude Pea / Oscar the Polish Caterer (voice)
Phil Vischer
Ben Haramed - Nezzer / Ali - Mr. Lunt / Pa Grape / Melchoir - Bob / Gaspar - Archibald / Bernie - Jimmy Gourd / Oui - Phillipe Pea / Percy Pea (voice)
Dan Anderson
Dad Asparagus / Benjamin (voice)
Emma Watkins
Mom Asparagus / Leah (voice)
Keri Pisapia
Laura Carrot (voice)
Maggie Roberts
Annie (voice)
Miles Fuqua
Baa-Baa / Samson the Donkey / Joshua the Camel (voice)
Gloria Ballard
Choir (voice)
Kurt Heinecke
Choir (voice)
Laura Neutzling
Choir (voice)
Brian K. Roberts
Choir (voice)
Dustin Ballard
Crowd Extra (voice)
Brian Calhoon
Crowd Extra (voice)
Leeeric Fesko
Crowd Extra (voice)
Mike Sofka
Crowd Extra (voice)
Sarah Vorhees Wendel
Crowd Extra (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 4, 2011
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian K. Roberts
- Screenplay & Story
- Mike Nawrocki, Mark Steele, Romeo Muller, Phil Vischer, David Pitts, Brian K. Roberts, Laura Neutzling
- Original Score
- Kurt Heinecke
- Original Title
- VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 46m
- Production Studios
- Huhu Studios, Big Idea Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian K. Roberts
Mike Nawrocki, Mark Steele, Romeo Muller, Phil Vischer, David Pitts, Brian K. Roberts, Laura Neutzling
Kurt Heinecke
John Wahba
David Pitts
Department Leadership Roster
Mike Nawrocki
Writer
David Pitts
Producer
Mark Steele
Writer
John Wahba
Editor
Brian K. Roberts
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy
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What is VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy about?
In this Veggie-version of a holiday classic, Junior Asparagus stars as The Little Drummer Boy, a lonely child who finds the true meaning of Christmas when he stumbles upon the birth of the baby Jesus. A story of hope, love and forgiveness, this timeless tale will warm the hearts of children everywhere!
Who directed VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy?
VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy was directed by Brian K. Roberts.
Who stars in VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy?
The principal cast of VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy includes Lisa Vischer, Mike Nawrocki, Phil Vischer, Dan Anderson, Emma Watkins.
When was VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy released and how long is it?
VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 46m.
Who composed the musical score for VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy was composed by Kurt Heinecke.
What is the age rating and content advisory for VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy?
VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).