A Christmas Memory(1997)
A Christmas Memory Synopsis
A new version of Truman Capote's 1956 tale based on his own bittersweet upbringing in Alabama. The story deals with a seven-year-old who forms a special friendship with his simple, older cousin whose two sisters and bachelor brother feel he needs better influences and role models and decide to send him to military school after the Christmas holidays.
A Christmas Memory (1997) is a drama, family and tv movie film directed by Glenn Jordan, released on December 21, 1997 with a runtime of 1h 36m. It stars Patty Duke, Piper Laurie, Jeffrey DeMunn and Anita Gillette. Viewers rate it 5.9 out of 10 across 15 ratings.
- Director:
- Glenn Jordan
- Writers:
- Duane Poole, Truman Capote
- Producers:
- Glenn Jordan
- Cinematographer:
- Neil Roach
- Production:
- JAWO Productions, RHI Entertainment, Hallmark Entertainment, Holiday Productions
- Status:
- Released
A Christmas Memory Cast & Crew
Main cast
Patty Duke
as Sook
Piper Laurie
as Jennie
Jeffrey DeMunn
as Seabone
Anita Gillette
as Callie
Julia McIlvaine
as Rachel
Esther Scott
as Anna Stabler
Eric Lloyd
as Buddy
Jimmie F. Skaggs
as Haha Jones
Robert C. Treveiler
as Adult Buddy
Dan Albright
as Grocer
- Reynolds Allen
Reynolds Allen
as Customer
Suzi Bass
as Rachel's Mother
Key crew
Directed by Glenn Jordan, written by Duane Poole and Truman Capote, produced by Glenn Jordan.
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A Christmas Memory Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.9/10 from 15 ratings.
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A Christmas Memory – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch A Christmas Memory online?
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A Christmas Memory (1997) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in A Christmas Memory?
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The main cast of A Christmas Memory (1997) includes Patty Duke, Piper Laurie, Jeffrey DeMunn, Anita Gillette and Julia McIlvaine. The film was directed by Glenn Jordan. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was A Christmas Memory released?
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A Christmas Memory was released on December 21, 1997 and runs for 1h 36m.
Is A Christmas Memory worth watching?
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A Christmas Memory (1997) holds an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from 15 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama, family and tv movie films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.