The Christmas Story Keepers (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1998, The Christmas Story Keepers is an animation film directed by Jimmy T. Murakami, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. It is the early years of Christianity, and Emperor Nero is hellbent on destroying the lot of them. Caught up amongst the chaos are the homeless orphans of Rome fleeing from the fires Nero is starting to persecute the Christians. The orphans find their way to Ben and Helena, secret Christian leaders in Rome who are the "Story keepers" of the tales of Jesus. With their help, they flee the burning city and head out to a safe haven for the Christians. Along the way, they meet up with colorful characters of all walks of life while learning about the life of Jesus.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Christmas Story Keepers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Christmas Story Keepers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Christmas Story Keepers tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Christmas Story Keepers (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Christmas Story Keepers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Christmas Story Keepers worth watching?
- The Christmas Story Keepers holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Christmas Story Keepers released?
- The Christmas Story Keepers was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.