Father Christmas (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1991, Father Christmas is a family and animation film directed by Dave Unwin, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. Classic animation based on Raymond Briggs' book. What does Father Christmas do with himself for the other 364 days of the year ?
Who’s in it. Father Christmas stars Mel Smith as Father Christmas (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Father Christmas 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 Father Christmas page.
If you liked it. Fans of Father Christmas tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Father Christmas (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Father Christmas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Father Christmas worth watching?
- Father Christmas holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Father Christmas?
- Father Christmas stars Mel Smith.
- When was Father Christmas released?
- Father Christmas was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.