Scrooged (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1988, Scrooged is a comedy, fantasy and drama film directed by Richard Donner, running about 101 minutes. “The spirits will move you in odd and hysterical ways.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Frank Cross is a wildly successful television executive whose cold ambition and curmudgeonly nature has driven away the love of his life. But after firing a staff member on Christmas Eve, Frank is visited by a series of ghosts who give him a chance to re-evaluate his actions and right the wrongs of his past.
Who’s in it. Scrooged stars Bill Murray as Francis Cross, Karen Allen as Claire Phillips, John Forsythe as Lew Hayward and Bobcat Goldthwait as Eliot Loudermilk, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Scrooged has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $60.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Scrooged page.
If you liked it. Fans of Scrooged tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Scrooged (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Scrooged change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Scrooged worth watching?
- Scrooged holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Scrooged?
- Scrooged stars Bill Murray, Karen Allen, John Forsythe, Bobcat Goldthwait and Carol Kane.
- When was Scrooged released?
- Scrooged was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.