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A Christmas Carol (1984)

English christmas film directed by Clive Donner

Film facts

Runtime
1h 36m 96 min
Released
17 December 1984
Language
English

Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.

A Christmas Carol has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 min). The English film released on 17 December 1984. It is directed by Clive Donner and stars George C. Scott, Frank Finlay and Edward Woodward.

Cast and crew

Director
Clive Donner
Cinematography
Tony Imi
Written by
Roger O. Hirson
Production
The Walt Disney Company
Distribution
CBS, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Based on
A Christmas Carol

Release and where to watch

In theatres
17 December 1984
First shown
6 December 1984 festival or first country
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of A Christmas Carol?

A Christmas Carol has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes, or 96 min.

When did A Christmas Carol release?

A Christmas Carol released on 17 December 1984.

Who directed A Christmas Carol?

A Christmas Carol is directed by Clive Donner.

Who is in the cast of A Christmas Carol?

The cast of A Christmas Carol includes George C. Scott, Frank Finlay, Edward Woodward, David Warner, Susannah York and Roger Rees.

Where can I watch A Christmas Carol online?

A Christmas Carol streams on Netflix.

Is A Christmas Carol based on a true story or a book?

A Christmas Carol is based on A Christmas Carol.

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Updated 10 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.