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Cricket on the Hearth

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An animated musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' 1845 novella.

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Emily St. James Vox 12/04/2018
There's blindness caused by grief, melodramatic plot twists by the bushel, and a cricket narrator. But it's all a little bland, with songs that last way too long. Go to Full Review Matthew Jackson Syfy Wire 12/04/2018
The animation is a bit choppy, but the title character is still very charming. It's a shame this one doesn't get more regular broadcasting, because even if it's often not a conventional Christmas special, it's still a joy to watch. Go to Full Review Ryan Voyles Paste Magazine 12/04/2018
Swapped out the now-iconic Animagic for unappealing traditional animation. It also removed any really engaging songs or fun characters. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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Russell H 12/01/2023 I had never heard of this one. Has some of the Rankin Bass Christmas charm but no nostalgia like the rest. Some strangeness See more Jack's A 05/22/2023 The animation definitely isn't for everyone, but other than that, this special has appealing songs, likable characters, and a constantly interesting storyline See more 12/12/2019 This classic is alright See more Johnathon W @Hoppynsc 12/10/2019 Overly long Christmas special that is in no way near a classic. While adapting from a Charles Dicken's tale, the musical numbers are overblown though the story does have some heart felt moments. While not worth viewing in its own right, as part of a larger Blu Ray set, not a bad time filler. See more 01/14/2018 I wondered how I could have never heard of this Rankin/Bass musical production that is based on a Charles Dickens story. I now understand why. It was dreadful. Poor animation and lousy music. What on hearth was this? (First and only viewing - 1/13/2018) See more 11/30/2015 This Christmas special was ok! See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Jules Bass

Director

Arthur Rankin Jr.

Director

Roddy McDowall

Voice

Danny Thomas

Voice

Marlo Thomas

Voice

Ed Ames

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Movie Info

Synopsis An animated musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' 1845 novella.
Director
Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr.
Producer
Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr.
Screenwriter
Romeo Muller, Arthur Rankin Jr.
Rating
TV-G
Genre
Kids & Family, Holiday, Animation, Musical
Release Date (TV)
Dec 18, 1967
Runtime
50m