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Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas (1997)

5.8/10 1997 1h Released
Documentary History

Christmas abounds with traditions, from neighborhood carolers to lovingly decorated trees, but from where did all these rituals emerge? This enlightening program looks at the origins of the Western world's most popular Christmas traditions -- from the significance of December 25th and its relationship to winter solstice to the enchanting legend of Santa Claus and Prince Albert's 1841 unveiling of the Christmas tree.

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Harry Smith
Harry Smith
Narrator (voice)
James Stewart
James Stewart
George Bailey (archive footage)
Donna Reed
Donna Reed
Mary Bailey (archive footage)
Wayne Allwine
Wayne Allwine
Mickey Mouse (archive footage)
Peter Billingsley
Peter Billingsley
Ralphie Parker (archive footage)
Robert Clarke
Robert Clarke
Fred (archive footage)
Rosemary Clooney
Rosemary Clooney
Betty Haynes (archive footage)
Bing Crosby
Bing Crosby
Bob Wallace (archive footage)
Melinda Dillon
Melinda Dillon
Mrs. Parker (archive footage)
Taylor Holmes
Taylor Holmes
Ebeneezer Scrooge (archive footage)
Robert Hyatt
Robert Hyatt
Tiny Tim (archive footage)
Todd Karns
Todd Karns
Harry Bailey (archive footage)
Danny Kaye
Danny Kaye
Phil Davis (archive footage)
Darren McGavin
Darren McGavin
Mr. Parker (archive footage)
Vera-Ellen
Vera-Ellen
Judy Haynes (archive footage)
Patrick Whyte
Patrick Whyte
Bob Cratchit (archive footage)

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FAQ about Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas

What is Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas about?
Christmas abounds with traditions, from neighborhood carolers to lovingly decorated trees, but from where did all these rituals emerge? This enlightening program looks at the origins of the Western world's most popular Christmas traditions -- from the significance of December…
When was Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas released?
Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas was released in 1997.
What genres does Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas belong to?
Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas is categorised as Documentary, History.
Who stars in Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas?
The cast of Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas includes Harry Smith, James Stewart, Donna Reed, Wayne Allwine, Peter Billingsley.