A Christmas Story (1983)★ 7.7/10
- Comedy
- Family
Directed by: Bob Clark
Written by: Jean Shepherd, Leigh Brown, Bob Clark
In the 1940s, a boy named Ralphie Parker tries to convince his parents, teacher, and Santa Claus that a Red Ryder Range 200 Shot BB gun really is the perfect Christmas gift.
- Original title
- A Christmas Story
- Storyline
- In a nostalgic trip back to 1940s America, a young boy navigates school, bullies, and family life with one thing on his mind: getting a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. With its heartfelt humor and relatable themes, it's hard to resist the charm of Jean Shepherd's narration and the intricate, period-accurate set designs. A timeless watch for any season, brimming with childhood wonder and hilarity.
- Rating
- 7.7 / 10 · 180,287
- Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM), Christmas Tree Films, MGM/UA Entertainment Company, United International Pictures (UIP), United International Pictures, MGM/UA Home Video, CEL-MGM/UA Home Video, Showtime Networks, TBS, TNT, KTLA, MGM Home Entertainment, WPIX, Warner Home Video, HBO Max, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment
- Release dates
- CA November 18, 1983
- US November 18, 1983
- BR December 23, 1983
- ES September 14, 1984
- GB October 26, 1984
- AU November 15, 1984
- SE November 16, 1984
- XWG November 23, 1984
- FR November 28, 1984
- DK November 30, 1984
- FI December 6, 1984
- HK December 13, 1984
- AR December 20, 1984
- MX December 20, 1984
- NL December 20, 1984
- PT December 23, 1984
- IT January 1, 1985
- TR January 5, 1986
- IN December 11, 1987
- EG December 26, 1987
- KR December 26, 1987
- SUHH December 28, 1987
- SG October 7, 2003
- AE November 12, 2007
- ZA November 12, 2007
- IL November 19, 2013
- PH December 7, 2013
- PL February 21, 2016
- EC June 10, 2020
- ID December 26, 2021