---
title: "An Almost Christmas Story"
year: 2024
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/an-almost-christmas-story-2024"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1355755
imdb_id: "tt33395815"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 96
content_rating: "G"
---

# An Almost Christmas Story (2024) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/an-almost-christmas-story-2024

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

An Almost Christmas Story is a film first released in 2024. Catalogued under Animation, Adventure, Fantasy, Family. Produced and broadcast by Esperanto Filmoj, Titmouse, Maere Studios. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young owl and a lost girl form an unlikely bond while navigating New York City."

### Why Watch
- directed by David Lowery
- short runtime

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited narrative scope
- Tone & Suitability: This film is rated PG and is suitable for family viewing.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, family, holiday, adventurous

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Lowery
- **Networks / Studios**: Esperanto Filmoj, Titmouse, Maere Studios

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Cary Christopher** as *Moon (voice)*
- **Estella Madrigal** as *Luna (voice)*
- **Jim Gaffigan** as *Papa Owl (voice)*
- **Mamoudou Athie** as *Pelly (voice)*
- **Alex Ross Perry** as *Dave The Dog (voice)*
- **Gianna Joseph** as *Peaky (voice)*
- **Phil Rosenthal** as *Punt (voice)*
- **Natasha Lyonne** as *Pat (voice)*
- **John C. Reilly** as *The Folk Singer (voice)*
- **David Lowery** as *Additional Voice (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film has a runtime of 25 minutes.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by David Lowery.

### Q: What is the genre?
It is an animated short film categorized under family, fantasy, and adventure.

### Q: When was it released?
The film was released in 2024.

### Q: Who produced the film?
The film was produced by David Lowery and Alfonso Cuarón.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [An Almost Christmas Story — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1355755)
- [An Almost Christmas Story - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/An_Almost_Christmas_Story)
- [An Almost Christmas Story (Short 2024) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33395815/fullcredits/)
- [An Almost Christmas Story (2024) - The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1355755-an-almost-christmas-story/cast)
- [An Almost Christmas Story - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/an-almost-christmas-story/cast/2060186816/)
- [An Almost Christmas Story (2024) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/an-almost-christmas-story/elBXcAMbsiTWItPpwdti07/credits/)

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