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6.6 / 10(25 votes)IMDb199449mUnited States of America, Japan

A Christmas Carol

Synopsis

Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Scrooge is faced with his own story of growing bitterness and meanness, and must decide what his own future will hold: death or redemption.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1994

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Toshiyuki Hiruma, Takashi Masunaga
Screenplay & Story
Jack Olesker, Charles Dickens
Original Title
A Christmas Carol
Country of Origin
United States of America, Japan
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
49m
Production Studios
GoodTimes Entertainment, Jetlag Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Toshiyuki Hiruma, Takashi Masunaga

Screenplay & Story

Jack Olesker, Charles Dickens

Producers

Mark Taylor

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Charles Dickens

Department Leadership Roster

Toshiyuki Hiruma

Director

Takashi Masunaga

Director

Jack Olesker

Writer

Mark Taylor

Producer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Christmas Carol.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Christmas Carol

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is A Christmas Carol about?

Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Scrooge is faced with his own story of growing bitterness and meanness, and must decide what his own future will hold: death or redemption.

Who directed A Christmas Carol?

A Christmas Carol was directed by Toshiyuki Hiruma, Takashi Masunaga.

Who stars in A Christmas Carol?

The principal cast of A Christmas Carol includes Garry Chalk, Tony Ail, Nathan Aswell, Bailee Reid, Ian James Corlett.

When was A Christmas Carol released and how long is it?

A Christmas Carol was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 49m.

Is A Christmas Carol based on a book or true story?

A Christmas Carol is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Charles Dickens".