Charles Dickens’ classic novella, A Christmas Carol, has been adapted time and after, ever since its original publication nearly 180 years ago, with countless film and TV adaptations having been released over the course of the past century. Decorated actors like Albert Finney, George C. Scott, Michael Caine, and even Bill Murray have played some version of Ebenezer Scrooge over the years, introducing the timeless story to audiences all over the world.
As part of CinemaBlend’s partnership with Plex, where you can find several adaptations of A Christmas Carol streaming for free among their Merrython collection of holiday films, we’ve put together a quick list of eight facts about the classic story and the various productions inspired by it. Hopefully, you’re not left saying “Bah Humbug” after reading these stories…
