Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas (1997)

  • NR
  • 12/01/1997 (US)
  • Documentary, History
  • 1h

Overview

Christmas abounds with traditions, from neighborhood carolers to lovingly decorated trees, but from where did all these rituals emerge? This enlightening program looks at the origins of the Western world's most popular Christmas traditions -- from the significance of December 25th and its relationship to winter solstice to the enchanting legend of Santa Claus and Prince Albert's 1841 unveiling of the Christmas tree.

Cast

Harry Smith's headshot

Harry Smith

Narrator (voice)
James Stewart's headshot

James Stewart

George Bailey (archive footage)
Donna Reed's headshot

Donna Reed

Mary Bailey (archive footage)
Wayne Allwine's headshot

Wayne Allwine

Mickey Mouse (archive footage)
Peter Billingsley's headshot

Peter Billingsley

Ralphie Parker (archive footage)
Robert Clarke's headshot

Robert Clarke

Fred (archive footage)
Rosemary Clooney's headshot

Rosemary Clooney

Betty Haynes (archive footage)
Bing Crosby's headshot

Bing Crosby

Bob Wallace (archive footage)

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