The Little Drummer Boy 1968
“His gift was his song.”
What is The Little Drummer Boy?
Topic: "The Little Drummer Boy" (1968). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1968
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 25 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 19, 1968
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Rankin/Bass Productions
- Genres
- Animation, Drama, Family, TV Movie
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Topic: "The Little Drummer Boy" (1968).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: The Little Drummer Boy
Release Date: 12/19/1968 (US)
Genres: Animation, Drama, Family, TV Movie, Fantasy, Kids & Family, Musical.
Run time: 25m [1] or 30m [2]. (I will note the discrepancy or just use one if possible, but usually, for an archivist, I'll stick to what's provided. I'll check if I can say "approximately 25 to 30 minutes").
Cast/People: Arthur Rankin Jr., José Ferrer, Paul Frees, June Foray, Ted Eccles, Greer Garson, Romeo Muller.
Plot: Young drummer boy Aaron is kidnapped and escapes. He searches for his camel and finds him in the Nativity of the Baby Jesus. Aaron gives Baby Jesus the only gift he has, a song on his drum. The film is an animated version of the legendary song about a boy
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“A gripping exploration of animation and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Little Drummer Boy worth watching?
The Little Drummer Boy holds a community rating of 6.6/10 based on 171 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Animation, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Little Drummer Boy and when was it released?
The Little Drummer Boy is a feature film with a runtime of 25 minutes. It was released in 1968. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Little Drummer Boy?
The Little Drummer Boy was directed by Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr., Takeo Nakamura.
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