The Night Before Christmas (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1941, The Night Before Christmas is a comedy, family and animation film directed by Joseph Barbera, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. It's snowy and cold outside, and warm inside where Jerry squeezes past a mousetrap to cavort under a present-laden Christmas tree. Mistaking the sleeping Tom for a plush toy, Jerry wakes him and a mad chase ensues.
Who’s in it. The Night Before Christmas stars Frank Graham as Narrator (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Night Before Christmas 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 The Night Before Christmas page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Night Before Christmas tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Night Before Christmas (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Night Before Christmas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Night Before Christmas worth watching?
- The Night Before Christmas holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Night Before Christmas?
- The Night Before Christmas stars Frank Graham.
- When was The Night Before Christmas released?
- The Night Before Christmas was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.