The Christmas Dream (1900): cast, story & where to watch
1900 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1900, The Christmas Dream is a fantasy film directed by Georges Méliès, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. The entire story of Christmastide is here depicted. The scene opens in a large boudoir of an apparently wealthy man's home. His children, assisted by their governess, are about to retire. Before lying down they hang up their stockings on the edge of the bed. The picture changes and night appears. We see the housetops of the town and angels are flying about depositing packages in each of the chimneys. (Edison Catalog)
Who’s in it. The Christmas Dream stars Georges Méliès as Beggar.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Christmas Dream has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Christmas Dream page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Christmas Dream tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Christmas Dream (1900)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Christmas Dream change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Christmas Dream worth watching?
- The Christmas Dream holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Christmas Dream?
- The Christmas Dream stars Georges Méliès.
- When was The Christmas Dream released?
- The Christmas Dream was released in 1900, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.