A Christmas Carol(1999)
In just one night, he has seen his past, his present, and his future... and they've all come back to haunt him.
A Christmas Carol Synopsis
Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Scrooge is faced with his own story of growing bitterness and meanness, and must decide what his own future will hold: death or redemption.
A Christmas Carol (1999) is a drama and fantasy film directed by David Hugh Jones, released on December 5, 1999 with a runtime of 1h 37m. It stars Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant, Joel Grey and Ian McNeice. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 236 ratings.
- Director:
- David Hugh Jones
- Writers:
- Charles Dickens, Peter Barnes
- Producers:
- Dyson Lovell
- Cinematographer:
- Ian Wilson
- Composer:
- Stephen Warbeck
- Production:
- Hallmark Entertainment
- Status:
- Released
A Christmas Carol (1999) Trailer
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A Christmas Carol Cast & Crew
Main cast
Patrick Stewart
as Ebenezer Scrooge
Richard E. Grant
as Bob Cratchit
Joel Grey
as Ghost of Christmas Past
Ian McNeice
as Albert Fezziwig
Saskia Reeves
as Mrs. Cratchit
Desmond Barrit
as Ghost of Christmas Present
Bernard Lloyd
as Marley's Ghost
Dominic West
as Fred
Trevor Peacock
as Old Joe
Liz Smith
as Mrs. Dilber
Elizabeth Spriggs
as Mrs. Riggs
Kenny Doughty
as Young Scrooge
Key crew
Directed by David Hugh Jones, written by Charles Dickens and Peter Barnes, produced by Dyson Lovell.
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A Christmas Carol Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 236 ratings.
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A Christmas Carol – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch A Christmas Carol online?
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A Christmas Carol (1999) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in A Christmas Carol?
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The main cast of A Christmas Carol (1999) includes Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant, Joel Grey, Ian McNeice and Saskia Reeves. The film was directed by David Hugh Jones. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was A Christmas Carol released?
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A Christmas Carol was released on December 5, 1999 and runs for 1h 37m.
Is A Christmas Carol worth watching?
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A Christmas Carol (1999) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 236 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and fantasy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for A Christmas Carol?
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Yes. The official A Christmas Carol trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.