A Christmas Carol(1954)
One of the most beloved and retold of all Christmas stories.
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 (1954) is a tv movie, family and music film directed by Ralph Levy, released on December 1, 1954 with a runtime of 1h. It stars William Lundigan, Mary Costa, Fredric March and Basil Rathbone. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 18 ratings.
- Director:
- Ralph Levy
- Writers:
- Maxwell Anderson, Maxwell Anderson, Charles Dickens
- Production:
- Desilu Productions, CBS Studios
- Status:
- Released
A Christmas Carol Cast & Crew
Main cast
William Lundigan
as Host
Mary Costa
as Co-host
Fredric March
as Ebenezer Scrooge
Basil Rathbone
as Marley's Ghost
Bob Sweeney
as Bob Cratchit
- Christopher Cook
Christopher Cook
as Tiny Tim Cratchit
Craig Hill
as Young Scrooge
Queenie Leonard
as Mrs. Cratchit
Rex Evans
as Solicitor
Peter Miles
as Peter Cratchit
Sally Fraser
as Belle / Spirit of Christmas Past
Key crew
Directed by Ralph Levy, written by Maxwell Anderson, Maxwell Anderson and Charles Dickens.
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A Christmas Carol Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 18 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 (1954) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. 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 (1954) includes William Lundigan, Mary Costa, Fredric March, Basil Rathbone and Bob Sweeney. The film was directed by Ralph Levy. 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 1, 1954 and runs for 1h.
Is A Christmas Carol worth watching?
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A Christmas Carol (1954) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 18 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy tv movie, family and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.