A Christmas Carol (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1971, A Christmas Carol is a drama, family and animation film directed by Richard Williams, running about 27 minutes.
What it’s about. Ebenezer Scrooge, a skinflint visited by the spirits of Christmas past, present and future one fateful Christmas Eve. It's up to them to help the old crab see the error of his ways. And they do, to the delight of Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim.
Who’s in it. A Christmas Carol stars Michael Redgrave as Narrator (voice), Alastair Sim as Scrooge, Diana Quick as Ghost of Christmas Past (voice) and Joan Sims as Mrs. Cratchit (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, A Christmas Carol has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Christmas Carol page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Christmas Carol tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Christmas Carol (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Christmas Carol change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Christmas Carol worth watching?
- A Christmas Carol holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Christmas Carol?
- A Christmas Carol stars Michael Redgrave, Alastair Sim, Diana Quick, Joan Sims and Michael Hordern.