The First Christmas (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1957, The First Christmas is an animation, history and family film directed by George Pal, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. The Nativity story, retold via puppetry and narration.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The First 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 The First Christmas page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Christmas 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 First Christmas (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Christmas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Christmas worth watching?
- The First Christmas holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, history and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The First Christmas released?
- The First Christmas was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.