This article highlights the often overlooked 2004 musical adaptation of A Christmas Carol, praising its stellar cast, including Kelsey Grammer and Jane Krakowski, and its unique blend of drama, comedy, and camp.
This time of year, movie lovers have no shortage of Christmas classics from which to choose. From Rankin/Bass’ iconic animated specials to cinematic ventures, like Miracle on 34th Street, there are plenty of seasonal favorites to enjoy, especially for fans of Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol. There are countless adaptations of the iconic tale, ranging from 1951’s Alastair Sim-led version to The Muppet Christmas Carol; it remains one of the most adapted stories of all time.
One version, however, that often gets lost among Scrooge-y collections is 2004’s musical spin. Based upon the 1994 Broadway musical, this version holds nothing back. It’s filled with stars like Kelsey Grammer and Jane Krakowski and overflowing with drama, comedy, and lots of camp. But that’s exactly what makes it so good. 2004’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ Has an Amazing Cast Plenty of Hollywood elites have stepped into Dickens’ A Christmas Carol over the decades, including such talents as Jim Carrey and Michael Caine. But the 2004 adaptation is brimming with incredible stars. Kelsey Grammer takes on the role of Ebeneezer Scrooge and really brings a wonderful crustiness to the role thanks to his rather over-the-top approach. The sitcom alum is joined by a slew of other talented stars, such as Jason Alexander as Jacob Marley. But the star-studded cast is more than just a flashy show, as they’re used in such a fun and unique way. The famous ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future are brought to the screen by Krakowski, Jesse L. Martin, and Geraldine Chaplin, respectively, but their roles aren’t limited to only their ghostly counterparts. The three also play citizens of London, each one scorned by Scrooge in some way or another
ACAROL MUSICAL CHRISTMAS MOVIE CAST
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