'Twas the Night Before Christmas
'Twas the Night Before Christmas

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'Twas the Night Before Christmas

1974
Movie
25 min
English

When a town learns that Santa Claus has struck it off his delivery schedule due to an insulting letter, a way must be found to change his mind.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Arthur Rankin Jr., Jules BassGenres: Animation, Family, Holiday

Plot Summary

On Christmas Eve, a young reindeer named Blitzen is eager to deliver Santa's presents, but he boasts too much about his speed. This leads to Santa's sleigh crashing and his sack of toys being lost. Blitzen must then prove his worth and overcome his arrogance to save Christmas.

Critical Reception

This beloved animated special is often praised for its charming story, memorable songs, and classic Rankin/Bass animation style, making it a nostalgic holiday favorite for generations of viewers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartwarming holiday message and whimsical animation.

  • A classic Christmas special that appeals to both children and adults.

  • Recognized for its catchy musical numbers and memorable characters.

Google audience: Audiences consistently recall this special with fondness, appreciating its festive spirit and gentle moral lessons about humility.

Fun Fact

The special features a unique animation style that blends stop-motion 'Animagic' elements with traditional 2D animation, a hallmark of Rankin/Bass productions.

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