Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1977, Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey is a family and animation film directed by Jules Bass, running about 30 minutes. “Back in the days of the Roman Empire, a small donkey is born with VERY long ears, that keep getting him into trouble...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Nestor the donkey is a bit of an oddity--his long ears are enough for six donkeys and stretch all the way to the ground. One night, when Nestor is locked out in the cold, he begins to wander the desert.
Who’s in it. Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey stars Roger Miller as Speiltoe / Narrator (voice), Brenda Vaccaro as Tilly (voice), Eric Stern as Nestor (voice) and Linda Gary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey (1977)?
- In US, Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey worth watching?
- Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey holds an audience score of 5.8 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 Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey?
- Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey stars Roger Miller, Brenda Vaccaro, Eric Stern, Linda Gary and Paul Frees.
- When was Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey released?
- Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.