The Little Drummer Boy movie poster

The Little Drummer Boy

"His gift was his song."

December 19, 1968 0h 25m 6.6/10 (160 votes)

Originally released in 1968. The Little Drummer Boy is a animation/drama film. directed by Jules Bass. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Greer Garson, Ted Eccles, and José Ferrer

Synopsis

After being kidnapped and escaping, young drummer boy Aaron searches for his camel and finds him in the Nativity of the Baby Jesus. Aaron gives Baby Jesus the only gift he has, a song on his drum.

Quick Facts

📅
Release Date December 19, 1968 57 years ago
⏱️
Runtime 0h 25m 25 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (160 votes)
🌍
Language English Original language
🎬
Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Rankin/Bass Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Little Drummer Boy about?

After being kidnapped and escaping, young drummer boy Aaron searches for his camel and finds him in the Nativity of the Baby Jesus. Aaron gives Baby Jesus the only gift he has, a song on his drum.

Who directed The Little Drummer Boy?

The Little Drummer Boy was directed by Jules Bass.

How long is The Little Drummer Boy?

The Little Drummer Boy has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).

When was The Little Drummer Boy released?

The Little Drummer Boy was released on December 19, 1968 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Little Drummer Boy?

The main cast of The Little Drummer Boy includes Greer Garson, Ted Eccles, José Ferrer, Paul Frees, June Foray.

Is The Little Drummer Boy worth watching?

The Little Drummer Boy has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 160 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.