George and the Christmas Star (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1985, George and the Christmas Star is an animation film directed by Gerald Potterton, running about 25 minutes. “George and the Christmas star warms the soul as a lonely, tri-haired man attempts to fulfill his Christmas wish …” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. George cuts out a paper star to top his Christmas tree but, dissatisfied, decides to go for the real thing - an unusually bright star that seems to beckon him from the sky.
Who’s in it. George and the Christmas Star stars George Geertsen as Narrator / George (voice), Dave Broadfoot as (voice), Lynne Kolber as (voice) and John Morgan as (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, George and the Christmas Star has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch George and the Christmas Star page.
If you liked it. Fans of George and the Christmas Star tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch George and the Christmas Star (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for George and the Christmas Star change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is George and the Christmas Star worth watching?
- George and the Christmas Star holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in George and the Christmas Star?
- George and the Christmas Star stars George Geertsen, Dave Broadfoot, Lynne Kolber and John Morgan.
- When was George and the Christmas Star released?
- George and the Christmas Star was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.