The First Christmas(1998)
The First Christmas Synopsis
The story of the birth of Christ brought to life in this claymation short film.
The First Christmas (1998) is a animation, drama and family film directed by Lindsay Van Blerk, released on January 1, 1998 with a runtime of 24m. It stars Christopher Plummer, Nicholas Ellenbogen, Keith Grenville and Frank Moynihan. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Lindsay Van Blerk
- Writers:
- Frank Moynihan
- Producers:
- Lindsay Van Blerk
- Production:
- XYZOO Animation, Billy Budd Films, The Adelante Project
- Status:
- Released
The First Christmas (1998) Trailer
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The First Christmas Videos & Clips
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The First Christmas Cast & Crew
Main cast
Christopher Plummer
as Narrator (voice)
- Nicholas Ellenbogen
Nicholas Ellenbogen
as (voice)
- Keith Grenville
Keith Grenville
as (voice)
- Frank Moynihan
Frank Moynihan
as (voice)
Jonathan Pienaar
as (voice)
- Michelle Scott
Michelle Scott
as (voice)
- Chumano Sebe
Chumano Sebe
as (voice)
- Billy Second
Billy Second
as (voice)
Farouk Valley-Omar
as (voice)
- Gordon Van Rooyen
Gordon Van Rooyen
as (voice)
Key crew
Directed by Lindsay Van Blerk, written by Frank Moynihan, produced by Lindsay Van Blerk.
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The First Christmas Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 3 ratings.
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The First Christmas – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The First Christmas online?
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The First Christmas (1998) does not have a confirmed streaming, rental or digital purchase option listed for your region yet. Availability is refreshed regularly, so check back for updates.
Who stars in The First Christmas?
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The main cast of The First Christmas (1998) includes Christopher Plummer, Nicholas Ellenbogen, Keith Grenville, Frank Moynihan and Jonathan Pienaar. The film was directed by Lindsay Van Blerk. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The First Christmas released?
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The First Christmas was released on January 1, 1998 and runs for 24m.
Is The First Christmas worth watching?
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The First Christmas (1998) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy animation, drama and family films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The First Christmas?
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