Mary Glynne

"In this early film, considered one of the best adaptations of the classic [novel], Seymour Hicks [who] had played Scrooge many times on stage and in early film, and in this version gets every utterance of 'Humbug' just right. It's Christmas Eve in 19th century London, and Scrooge makes life miserable for all those around him, especially his impoverished employee Bob Cratchit. But during the night, three spirits visit Scrooge and show him the error...

Charles Dickens' immortal Christmas classic comes to life in this heartwarming holiday film. On Christmas Eve, the ghost of Jacob Marley, Scrooge's late business partner, comes to haunt old Scrooge and give him glimpses into his past, present and future. Frightened by the visions he sees, Scrooge wakes up a new man, vowing to change his miserly ways forever.

Noel: "Joy is just around the corner when Susan Sarandon, Penelope Cruz, Paul Walker and Alan Arkin fill out an all-star cast in this holiday classic. As five strangers come together on Christmas Eve, a story of peace, companionship, comfort, love and healing unfolds against the backdrop of New York City. Noel, with its stunning cast and inspirational story, proves miracles are closer than you think"--Container. Christmas without snow: "A divorced...