Robert Zemeckis directs this animated version of the Yuletide classic A Christmas Story. The story centers on Ebenezer Scrooge (Jim Carrey), a penny-pinching miser who cares nothing for the people around him, least of all his hopelessly downtrodden employee Bob Cratchit (Gary Oldman) and infectiously optimistic nephew, Fred (Colin Firth). On Christmas Eve, after a frightening encounter with the ghost of his deceased business partner, Jacob Marley, Scrooge is visited by three spirits – the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come – who take him on an eye-opening journey to expose the truths he is reluctant to face. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
A handful of Walt Disney’s best loved characters appear in this direct-to-video release, which tells three different tales of the holiday season. First, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck are enjoying Christmas Day with their nephews Huey, Dewey, and Louie, when the boys wish that every day could be Christmas. Their wish comes true, and before long, they learn why the holiday only comes once a year. Next, Goofy has to teach his son about the real meaning of Christmas after Junior catches Dad impersonating Santa Claus. And Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse appear in an updated version of the O. Henry classic The Gift of the Magi, in which they both give up a prized possession in order to give their beloved something special for Christmas – with unexpected consequences. Kelsey Grammer narrates. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
Includes: Santa’s Workshop (1932) Pluto’s Christmas Tree (1952) The Small One (1978) Mickey’s Christmas Carol (1983) Santa’s Workshop No synopsis available. Pluto’s Christmas Tree In this "Mickey Mouse" cartoon, Mickey and his dog Pluto head out on a snowy evening to cut down their Christmas tree. As it happens, the tree selected to occupy Mickey’s living room is the residence of those capricious chipmunks Chip and Dale. Deciding to have some fun at Pluto’s expense, the Chips hide in the tree during the decoration process and cheerfully chow down on the candy canes. Then they wreak havoc with the Christmas lights and ornaments, as Pluto vainly tries to convince Mickey that someone is amiss. Finally C & D go into a frenzy of descruction-but Mickey’s reaction is unusual indeed. A few significant cameo appearances cap this mirthsome Yuletide offering. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi The Small One The story of a poor boy who is forced to sell his pet donkey on the eve of the first Christmas. The new owners of the donkey become Biblical history. ~ Rovi Mickey’s Christmas Carol No synopsis available.
Robert Zemeckis directs this animated version of the Yuletide classic A Christmas Story. The story centers on Ebenezer Scrooge (Jim Carrey), a penny-pinching miser who cares nothing for the people around him, least of all his hopelessly downtrodden employee Bob Cratchit (Gary Oldman) and infectiously optimistic nephew, Fred (Colin Firth). On Christmas Eve, after a frightening encounter with the ghost of his deceased business partner, Jacob Marley, Scrooge is visited by three spirits – the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come – who take him on an eye-opening journey to expose the truths he is reluctant to face. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
Synopsis’Tis the night before Christmas, and a very miserly man is about to receive a very rude awakening. As three different ghosts lead Scrooge through a supernatural nocturnal adventure, you’ll discover a wealth of compelling puzzles and intriguing adventures that evoke the spirit of this timeless tale. Connect with beloved characters like never before, and discover the wonders of a charming new holiday tradition. The classic Dickens novel comes alive in a whole new way with Disney’s A Christmas Carol, based on the Robert Zemeckis animated film. Interact with a variety of favorite characters from the feature film, and see Scrooge’s world come alive with gorgeous detail in immersive animated cutscenes. Help guide Scrooge through his discovery of the meaning of Christmas by blowing and shouting into the microphone and using the stylus to manipulate Scrooge’s environment. Settle in for a Victorian-style holiday complete with era-appropriate recipes, holiday ornaments and carols to sing, and resist your own Scrooge-ish impulses by sharing your DS with a friend for a "pass the DS" multiplayer game.
This animated story for the whole family revisits the characters from the Disney favorite Beauty and the Beast, as Belle tries to overcome the Beast’s cynicism about the Christmas season with a lesson about the warmth and giving of the holiday, though Forte the evil pipe organ tries to foil her good intentions for reasons of his own. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
Sing along with your favorite Disney characters on this timeless collection of holiday songs, presented karaoke-style with onscreen lyrics. Mickey Mouse introduces the program with "From All of Us to All of You," Donald Duck interprets "Deck the Halls," and Bing Crosby sings "Let It Snow." Other classics include "Jingle Bells," "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers," and "Winter Wonderland." Jiminy Cricket, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, and other Disney characters join the traditional festivities. ~ Andrea LeVasseur, Rovi
This animated story for the whole family revisits the characters from the Disney favorite Beauty and the Beast, as Belle tries to overcome the Beast’s cynicism about the Christmas season with a lesson about the warmth and giving of the holiday, though Forte the evil pipe organ tries to foil her good intentions for reasons of his own. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
Robert Zemeckis directs this animated version of the Yuletide classic A Christmas Story. The story centers on Ebenezer Scrooge (Jim Carrey), a penny-pinching miser who cares nothing for the people around him, least of all his hopelessly downtrodden employee Bob Cratchit (Gary Oldman) and infectiously optimistic nephew, Fred (Colin Firth). On Christmas Eve, after a frightening encounter with the ghost of his deceased business partner, Jacob Marley, Scrooge is visited by three spirits – the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come – who take him on an eye-opening journey to expose the truths he is reluctant to face. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
Track Listing: 1. Mickey’s Welcome, 2. Santa’s Invitation, 3. Delivery in Norway, 4. Visit in Sweden, A, 5. Santa Lucia, 6. Farewell Sweden, 7. Christmas Traditions in Germany, Italy and Austria, 8. Visit in France, A, 9. Jeanette Isabella, 10. Au Revoir France, 11. Christmas Traditions in Spain and Greece, 12. Christmas in India, 13. We Wish You a Merry Christmas, 14. Traditions of India, The, 15. Christmas Traditions in China, Japan and South America, 16. Closer Look at Mexico, A, 17. Rorro, El, 18. Traditions of Mexico, The, 19. What a Night, 20. Back at Mickey’s House, 21. From All of Us to All of You
Track Listing: 1. ‘Zat You, Santa Claus? 2. Red and Green Christmas, A, 3. Christmas Party Sing-Along, The, 4. Merry Christmas Baby, 5. Man With the Bag, The, 6. Santa Baby, 7. It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, 8. North Pole Comedy Club, 9. Run, Run Rudolph, 10. Christmas Smorgasbord, 11. Christmas Queen, The, 12. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, 13. I Wish I Could Be Santa Claus, 14. Jingle Bells – (featuring Andrea Bocelli/The Muppets)
The Muppets meet mayhem once again after accidentally intercepting three letters en route to the North Pole. Before long, the Muppet gang has put aside their own holiday vacation plans and set off to find Santa Claus in hopes of putting the letters in the hands they were intended for before it’s too late. Among the guest stars are Whoopi Goldberg, Richard Griffiths, Jane Krakowski, Uma Thurman, Nathan Lane, and New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi
Join Mickey, Minnie, and special guest Santa Clause as they attempt to teach Donald Duck the true meaning of Christmas in this irresistible, all-new computer animated Disney release. As the holidays draw closer and the Christmas spirit glows brighter, stubborn Donald Duck does his best to resist the joy and mirth that comes with the special season. Meanwhile, Mickey and Pluto get a lesson in friendship that they’ll never forget. For those who fear their children have become to wrapped up in the over-commercialization of the holidays, Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas serves as a warm reminder of what Christmas is really all about. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
This animated story for the whole family revisits the characters from the Disney favorite Beauty and the Beast, as Belle tries to overcome the Beast’s cynicism about the Christmas season with a lesson about the warmth and giving of the holiday, though Forte the evil pipe organ tries to foil her good intentions for reasons of his own. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
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