A Christmas Carol (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film
Released in 1959, A Christmas Carol is a drama and tv movie film directed by Ross MacKenzie, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. Another version of the Dickens classic. Originally an episode of Fredric March Presents Tales from Dickens. Later released on home video on it's own.
Who’s in it. A Christmas Carol stars Fredric March as Narrator, Basil Rathbone as Scrooge, Alexander Gauge as Ghost of Christmas Present and Michael McCarthy as Ghost of Christmas Future, among others.
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 (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Christmas Carol change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Christmas Carol?
- A Christmas Carol stars Fredric March, Basil Rathbone, Alexander Gauge, Michael McCarthy and Walter Hudd.
- When was A Christmas Carol released?
- A Christmas Carol was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.