A Christmas Carol (1951) Movie Trailer with Alastair Sim as Scrooge

[RiddleBat]

Every year on Christmas Eve my family and I get a bunch of food, turn on the Christmas decorations in the basement, and watch this movie. Can't wait to continue this tradition tonight.

[happydragonpics]

The Blu-Ray of this film is as beautiful as a 1951 film can look.

[Onneff69]

@happydragonpics Well, if you really think that, you haven't seen very many films from the 50s down through the 30s (or at least any good prints of some of them) And unfortunately, as good as the BluRay is, the original elements this version weren't kept in the best shape.

[MusicFanatic9592]

are u able to upload this movie in full to your channel? would be awesome! merry xmas. (=

[SteveBrant55]

Turner Classic Movies is (finally) showing this on Monday Dec 12 at 8pm EST!

[XmasFLIX]

@SteveBrant55 oh, but you MUST get the Blu-ray. No commercials, and the quality is great. It's a Blu-ray/DVD combo pack for $12 (currently) linked under the video. Merry Xmas! - XmasFLIX.com

[cheapcape]

Indeed, the best version.

[mansonmurders]

Why isn't this version, the BEST as far as I'm concerned, shown on tv? I look for it every year and have never seen it; the being 20 or more years ago.

[Onneff69]

@mansonmurders It is the best version. Even beyond the acting & Hurst's direction, the lighting and cinematography are impeccable and the music is brilliant. Actually, it *was* shown on TV very often every year from the 60s all through the 80s (albeit not in "primetime") until a sort of yuppified "sensibility" took over much of TV's programming. But just get the BluRay, or even the DVD and don't worry about it. ;)

[Marshalsify]

Future 'Carry On' queen Hattie Jacques looks so adorable younger as Mrs. Fezziwig in one of her earlier roles.

[rockmick722]

Never tire of this version. By far .the best.

[daydreambeliever78]

Have never seen this version, though I've heard many great things about it. Was so excited to learn it'll be on TCM Dec 13 at 8PM EST! Cannot wait!

[ualflygal]

@daydreambeliever78 ---  Sorry to say, it's the OTHER one! :(

[TheStephen2009]

it is the close to the book as you can get !

[fromthesidelines]

Patrick Macnee was the host of several TV showings of this version because he had a small supporting role in it (as young Jacob Marley).

[billyralphweeden]

ONCE AGAIN........

I couldnt find this on anywhere, not even Turner Classics.........

Years ago Fox Channel 25 used to show this, hosted by Patrick Magnee - the guy from "The Avengers"......but I just havent seen it for a long long time. I also couldnt find "The Gathering" with Ed Asner from the 1970s'....I wish they would show all these oldie but goodies every year......but its very speratic......some years Holiday television is very generous.....2010, not so much........Happy New Year 2011

[jcw257]

Why aren't these old Christmas movies played on regular broadcast tv anymore? It's sad.

[maniccrayon]

@jcw257 - Don't know. This is my fave movie of all time and I'm 44. I watch the DVD all year 'round, the b&w version only.

TV is so bad these days that I don't even own one.

[Onneff69]

@jcw257 Because the "trendy" smarmy executives who took over TV programming years ago decided that those old Christmas movies, TV shows and specials were somehow just too "quaint" for later 20th century audiences. Only 3 have remained broadcast on the major networks through the years. Fortunately most people don't need those networkds anymore. ;)

[PhiloYT1]

It used to be very easy to see this fine film on TV in the days leading up to Christmas - several times, if you wanted. And certainly, without fail on Christmas Eve. But in the last 10 or 12 years it has become more and more difficult to find - replaced by newer versions like the George C. Scott or the Albert Finney. A great pity as this version stands head-and-shoulders above the rest.

[bengusandlex]

iT'S ALL HUMBUG I TELL YOU!!!

[bengusandlex]

Yes, the best version without doubt. Especially the first half hour.

Good day!

[TheMildred292]

This is the best version ... in my opinion

[Vincek88]

@TheMildred292 Absolutely! I could be convinced it was filmed in 1843, it's so right.

[headedsomewhere]

@TheMildred292 Yeah, I remember watching it as a kid, and fell hard, this is the standard as far as I'm concerned. Have a great Thanksgiving, and most blessed Christmas, and prosperous New Year. L.

[timothyj1966]

THE BEST CHRISTMAS MOVIE EVER !!!!!!!

[generationx1254]

when present came, the only thing i could think was,"hey its the burger king guy!!!" lol

[GamingShadow01]

Jacob is awesome in this movie.

[idigyoubaby]

This film makes me feel like I am really back in Dicken's day. There is no better film version.

[dezboss]

@idigyoubaby Me too, as someone who has read all of Dickens books and read this book every single christmas since I was 5 Charles Dickens would be proud of this version.

[8jojobeans]

Best EVER! I can't even find it in the tv schedule this year, so disappointing.

[avalonroad]

They can play any of the classic Christmas films and specials, but it never finaly feels like Christmas to me until I see THIS film.

Hell I can watch this any time of the year, it's that good.

Merry Christmas every one!

[scarlett24ca]

DAmn straight its the best version, Marley gives me goosbumps in this version

[GamingShadow01]

@scarlett24ca

he scares the shit out of me

[generationx1254]

thats the whole point

[Aloebunny]

@scarlett24ca true



[sdsouthpark1234]

This is the best christmas carol movie. i dont care what anyone says

[GamingShadow01]

@sdsouthpark1234

most people agree, and i am one of them.

[steveJ1957]

@sdsouthpark1234 You are ABSOLUTLEY Spot on !!

[StephanielovesDisney]

@sdsouthpark1234 my mom and I watch it at least 10 times each Christmas season :D BEST CHRISTMAS MOVIE EVER!