The Christmas That Almost Wasn't

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@SteepleWeevil Dec 4 I have never been so attracted to a man as I am to Sam Whipple, what a stud! See more @Puppkins Dec 4 This movie has become a classic in my family. I remember seeing it as a kid and loving the music and the story that celebrated the joy of the season. Something about seeing such a down on his luck version of Santa find his spirit again has always stuck a chord with me. I shared it with my children (7 and 13 at the time) a few years ago, and it has become a favorite in our household. I could not recommend more, make sure to add this to your Christmas watch list! See more 02/03/2021 This movie can be reviewed in only one word: "Why?!" See more 12/22/2020 Growing up in the late 70's and early 80's, The Christmas That Almost Wasn't actually was one of my family's annual must-watch seasonal movies. It's easy to like as a child but I can see how an adult might find it quaint with its moderate-budget quality and not-entirely-synched vocal audio. For myself, I watch it every year either from the DVD that I own or I find it on a streaming service. I'm sure it's a bit of seasonal nostalgia, but I truly do enjoy the movie. The characters are quirky and sometimes weird but also likable. The story is pretty basic with a feel-good ending. What has stuck with me the most over the years is the music, songs and lyrics -- they're just fun and can easily get stuck in your head. If you ever come across this movie (it's streaming free on three services right now - in high-definition!), give it a try. Keep in mind it's over fifty years old with imperfect audio dubbing and certainly not a high budget. If it were more well known, I think it could easily be a classic holiday favorite. See more 01/19/2019 It's like... Yeah it shouldn't have been made, just based on like, story and stuff, but on top of all that The Christmas That Almost Wasn't just screws up so many times. See more 12/24/2015 The only reason I have this film two stars is because it's so terrible that it's actually quite funny in some instances. The movie has a strange and weak plot, many failed attempts at humor, and all the charm of the grinches green taint. A strange Italian trainwreck of a Christmas movie. See more Read all reviews

The Christmas That Almost Wasn't

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