A Christmas Story
A tribute to the original, traditional, one-hundred-percent, red-blooded, two-fisted, all-American Christmas.
19831h 33m7.2(1,444 votes)
ComedyFamily
Synopsis
The comic mishaps and adventures of a young boy named Ralph, trying to convince his parents, teachers, and Santa that a Red Ryder B.B. gun really is the perfect Christmas gift for the 1940s.
A Christmas Story (1983) is a comedy and family film directed by Bob Clark. It stars Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, and Peter Billingsley. The film runs for 1 hour 33 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.2 out of 10 from 1,444 votes.
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Director
Cast
Melinda Dillon
Mother
Darren McGavin
The Old Man
Peter Billingsley
Ralphie
Jean Shepherd
Ralphie as an Adult (voice)
Ian Petrella
Randy
Scott Schwartz
Flick
R.D. Robb
Schwartz
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Christmas Story
Where can I watch A Christmas Story?
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Who stars in A Christmas Story?
A Christmas Story stars Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley, and Jean Shepherd, and was directed by Bob Clark.
How long is A Christmas Story?
A Christmas Story has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes.
When did A Christmas Story come out?
A Christmas Story was released in 1983.
What genre is A Christmas Story?
A Christmas Story is a comedy and family film.
Is A Christmas Story worth watching?
A Christmas Story holds an average audience score of 7.2 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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