The Christmas That Almost Wasn't

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The Christmas That Almost Wasn't

Theatrical release poster
Directed by Rossano Brazzi
Produced by Barry B. Yellen
A.J. Piccolo
Written by Paul Tripp
Starring Rossano Brazzi
Paul Tripp
Music by Bruno Nicolai
Cinematography Alvaro Mancori
Editing by Maurizio Lucidi
Distributed by Childhood Productions Inc.
Release date(s) Flag of the United States November 23, 1966
Running time 94 min. (89 min. in the USA)
Country U.S.A./Italy
Language English
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IMDb profile

The Christmas That Almost Wasn't is a 1966 film that stars Rossano Brazzi and Paul Tripp. The movie had traditional December airings on Home Box Office (HBO) during the 1970s and early 1980s. The title in Italian is known as 'Natale che quasi non fu'.

Alberto Rabagliati, Paul Tripp & Rossano Brazzi in "The Christmas That Almost Wasn't"
Alberto Rabagliati, Paul Tripp & Rossano Brazzi in "The Christmas That Almost Wasn't"


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[edit] Plot

In this Italian made film, Phineas T. Prune is an old miser who holds the deed to the North Pole. It seems that Santa Claus is behind in paying his rent. Prune plans to have Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves evicted and keep the Christmas toys. Santa asks Sam Whipple for help. Can Whipple and the children around the world help Santa and prevent Christmas from being cancelled?

[edit] Main Cast

[edit] Production

The film was directed and stars Rossano Brazzi. The actual story, based on his book, was written by Paul Tripp, who also stars in the film. The musical score was written by Bruno Nicolai which includes the title song sung by Glenn Yarbrough. In the USA, the film was rated G and has a runtime of 89 minutes.

[edit] DVD details

  • Release date: October 7, 2003
  • Full Screen
  • Region: 1
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Audio tracks: English
  • Subtitles: None
  • Running time: 93 minutes

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