A Christmas Story (1983)
A young boy's whimsical, wholesome quest for a BB gun defines a heartwarming 1940s Christmas.
The comic mishaps and adventures of a young boy named Ralph, trying to convince his parents, teachers, and Santa that a Red Ryder B.B. gun really is the perfect Christmas gift for the 1940s.
How intense is A Christmas Story?
A Christmas Story has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a comfort watch and a family watch. The humor runs wholesome. Rated PG.
What A Christmas Story feels like
- Tone
- nostalgicwhimsicalheartwarmingfeel good
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- wholesome
- Best for
- Comfort watchFamily night
Where to stream A Christmas Story
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is A Christmas Story for you?
Is A Christmas Story scary?
No. A Christmas Story is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is A Christmas Story gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is A Christmas Story sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is A Christmas Story OK for kids?
It is rated PG and nothing here runs hot: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. A safe family pick by the numbers.
How long is A Christmas Story?
A Christmas Story runs 1h 33m.
Where can I stream A Christmas Story?
A Christmas Story is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does A Christmas Story have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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