The Man Who Saved Christmas 2002
“He couldn't stop the war, but he wouldn't let the war stop Christmas.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Director
- Sturla Gunnarsson
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is The Man Who Saved Christmas?
Subject: The film "The Man Who Saved Christmas" (2002). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2002
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 15, 2002
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Genres
- Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.2/10 from 9 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~100 minutes
- Status
- Released
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Title: The Man Who Saved Christmas.
Year: 2002.
Release Date: 12/15/2002 (US).
Genre: Drama and TV Movie.
Runtime: 1h 40m.
Director: Sturla Gunnarsson.
Cast: Jason Alexander (Alfred Gilbert), Kelly Rowan (Mary Gilbert), Ed Asner.
Plot/Subject: Based on the life of A.C. Gilbert, inventor of the Erector Set and a toymaker. During the First World War, the government asks him to convert his toy factory into a weapons manufacturing company. He is also asked to be a spokesman for a campaign to avoid toy giving and buy war bonds instead. He has a young son.
Themes/Description: Heartwarming drama; he rediscovers holiday spirit to bring back holiday cheer.
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Should you watch it?
“An inventor fights to preserve the spirit of Christmas during the pressures of wartime production.”
- Depicts the real-life story of Erector Set inventor A.C. Gilbert.
- Explores the emotional conflict between national duty and family traditions.
- Features a heartwarming narrative focused on restoring holiday cheer.
- The plot centers heavily on the specific historical pressures of wartime manufacturing.
Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas that highlight the intersection of personal integrity and holiday traditions.
This is a heartwarming drama with a steady, reflective pace suitable for family viewing.
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Where can I stream The Man Who Saved Christmas?
The film is available to stream on Prime Video.
Is this film worth watching?
It is a heartwarming drama that explores the life of A.C. Gilbert and may appeal to those who enjoy historical narratives.
How long is the film?
The Man Who Saved Christmas has a runtime of one hour and forty minutes.
What is the film about?
The film follows inventor A.C. Gilbert as he balances the demands of wartime government officials with his desire to keep the spirit of Christmas alive.
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