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A Christmas Carol (Ultimate Collector's Edition)(B/W & Color)
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Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
Brand: VCI Entertainment
EAN: 0089859850028
Format: Black & White, Color, Digital Sound, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
Item Dimensions: 10050050400
Label: VCI Entertainment
Languages: English (Original Language),
Manufacturer: VCI Entertainment
MPN: 8500
Number Of Items: 2
Publisher: VCI Entertainment
Region Code: 1
Release Date: October 23, 2007
Running Time: 86 minutes
Studio: VCI Entertainment
Theatrical Release Date: 1951
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Editorial Review:
This is the desert-island choice of the many versions of A Christmas Carol, with a magnificent, full-bodied portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge by Alastair Sim that leaves everyone else in the dust. Lean and direct, this film's version of the story wastes no time trying to impress viewers with the magical nature of the spirits' visitations. Director Brian Desmond Hurst keeps the focus on Scrooge's life story, beautifully simplifying and underscoring the theme of lost women with a haunting musical refrain from the folk song "Barbara Allen." Sim's commitment to the role is at times astonishing; his Scrooge's Christmas-morning ecstasy is a marvel of giddy technique. Watch for Patrick Macnee (Steed in The Avengers) as the young Jacob Marley--the actor made his screen debut in this 1951 production. --Tom Keogh
On the DVD
This ultimate collectors' edition is crammed with special features, on both discs.
Amazon exclusive video:
George Cole, who played the
young Ebenezer Scrooge, reflects.Watch here
Find out what's new on
this restored version of A Christmas Carol. Watch here
Never-before-seen U.S. and
U.K. trailers. Watch here | Film (and Charles Dickens) fans won't want to miss a single screen. The audio commentary by Marcus Hearn and George Cole adds depth and perspective to Sim's amazing performance, and the groundbreaking special effects for the time. Cole also gives a homey remembrance of working with Sim during World War II and living in the English countryside to avoid the Blitz.
One of the most compelling extras is a short bio of George Mintner, the film's executive producer who would go on to found his own successful distribution company, Renown Pictures. An unlikely film mogul, the British Mintner was shy and bookish, but managed to build a reputable mini-studio in the '50s, out of the Hollywood limelight. He produced mostly B-movies, though after A Christmas Carol (originally titled Scrooge), he produced another Dickens adaptation, The Pickwick Papers. There's a great mini-bio of Dickens, who grew up in the poverty that later fascinated him in his writings. Other extras include the colorized version (what were people thinking back in the '80s?), cast bios, original trailers, and a features that more film companies might want to consider, an optional narration for the blind. Nothing is left out for film fans--God bless us, every one.--A.T. Hurley
Beyond A Christmas Carol 
1938 version starring Reginald Owen | 
1984 version starring George C. Scott | 
1999 version starring Patrick Stewart |
Stills from A Christmas Carol
Alastair Sim's tour-de-force performance as the ultimate miser Ebenezer Scrooge has almost single-handedly made this beloved version of Charles Dickens' story into one of the best-loved Christmas films of all time. Some of Britain's best filmmakers united behind Sim who was joined by a delightful cast of accomplished and acclaimed English actors; creating what many today believe to be the best and most faithful production of Dickens' immortal tale. Cranky and curmudgeonly Scrooge learns the error of his unkind ways and is taught the true meaning of the holidays when he is visited by the ghost of his late business partner and the spirits of Christmas past present and future. BONUS FEATURES: Original B&W 4x3 Version from an all new digital transfer Optional 16x9 Version Enhanced for Widescreen Monitors Bonus Colorized Version Scrooge (1935 Seymour Hicks Version) Audio Commentary by Marcus Hearn & George Cole "Spirit of Christmas Past" George Cole remembers Alastair Sim "Richard Gordon Remembers George Minter & Renown Pictures" "Charles Dickens His Life & Times" Original American Theatrical Trailer Original British Theatrical Trailer Before & After Restoration Comparison Optional English & Spanish Subtitles Optional Narrative for the Blind Photo & Press Book Gallery Cast Bios. SPECS: 2-DVD9s; Dolby Digital; 86 minutes; Color & B/W; 1.33:1 Aspect Ratio & Optional 4x3 & 16x9 Enhanced versions; Year - 1951. Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DRAMA UPC: 089859850028 Manufacturer No: 8500
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Cheers for Charles and Alastair!!!
First off, I am a great fan of all Charles Dickens works but I'm particularly fond of "A Christmas Carol". I probably own just about every filmed version of this classic that one can obtain. Of all the versions,(and there are many) this one starring Alastair Sim is far and away the best I've ever seen. Sim's performance is incomparable and brilliant! So much so, that it will be difficult to watch the other films after you've seen this one. (That's saying a lot. The one starring George C. Scott was ... Read More
Rating: - inspring
This remake is an excellent and inspiring dvd. while shared with the whole family, it didn't seem to quite capture the attention of our children like it captivated me. BW and Color option was nice. I watched color before Christmas and then B&W on Christmas eve and will probably do so again next year. Outstanding product!!!
Rating: - Up-date on 'The Ultimate Scrooge'
Just a quick up-date on the DVD of 'A Christmas Carol' (Ultimate Collectors Edition) that was just released. The DVD pkg comes with both the original B&W edition, plus a 'colorized' version which is done VERY well! And as a BONUS, you also get a 1930's version that I haven't seen before starring Sir Seymour Hicks (I thought I had seen them all)! This 'extra' movie is NOT the Reginald Owens flick!. And it's really not bad for it's genre. PLUS you also have a menu of features to have a look at, ... Read More
Rating: - A Christmas Carol a.k.a. Scrooge
As I was growing up every Christmas my family would watch 'A Christmas
Carol' also known as 'Scrooge' ...we found the 1951 version with
Alastair Simms to be the best.
I have always received excellent service from Amazon when ordering online.
Delivery is prompt, you can track your order....
This 'Ultimate Collector's Edition' offers two DVD's in both the original
Black and White as well as the excellent colourized version.... ... Read More
Rating: - Classic Christmas Tale Revamped
Don't miss this new version of a classic tale. This Christmas favorite has been improved without losing any of its original appeal. You can view in its original black and white or the new colorized production. I still prefer the black and white but I loved the colorized version when my entire family gathered for the Holidays.
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