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A Christmas Carol (1997)

English fantasy film directed by Stan Phillips

PGUS

Rated PG in the US

Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.

Runtime
1h 8m 68 min
Released
20 December 1997
Language
English

Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.

A Christmas Carol has a runtime of 1 hour 8 minutes (68 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released on 20 December 1997. It is directed by Stan Phillips and stars Tim Curry, Whoopi Goldberg and Ed Asner.

Cast and crew

Written by
Jymn Magon
Produced by
Andy Heyward
Distribution
DIC Entertainment Corporation

Box office, awards and more

Based on
A Christmas Carol

Release and where to watch

In theatres
20 December 1997
On OTT
Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.

Can children watch it?

Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of A Christmas Carol?

A Christmas Carol has a runtime of 1 hour 8 minutes, or 68 min.

When did A Christmas Carol release?

A Christmas Carol released on 20 December 1997.

Who directed A Christmas Carol?

A Christmas Carol is directed by Stan Phillips.

Who is in the cast of A Christmas Carol?

The cast of A Christmas Carol includes Tim Curry, Whoopi Goldberg, Ed Asner and Michael York.

What is A Christmas Carol rated in the US?

A Christmas Carol is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.

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