Mail Early for Christmas (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1959, Mail Early for Christmas is a notable film directed by Norman McLaren.
What it’s about. In this pre-Christmas reminder to mail early, filmmaker Norman McLaren used an electric vibra-drill to engrave the images on black film, and included the occasional "subliminal" burst of lettering, which he hand-scratched on a few frames.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Mail Early for Christmas has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mail Early for Christmas page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mail Early for Christmas (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mail Early for Christmas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mail Early for Christmas worth watching?
- Mail Early for Christmas holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Mail Early for Christmas released?
- Mail Early for Christmas was released in 1959.