Movie

Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas

★ 5.8/10 · 6 votes 1997 1h 0m Released

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Christmas abounds with traditions, from neighborhood carolers to lovingly decorated trees, but from where did all these rituals emerge? This enlightening program looks at the origins of the Western world's most popular Christmas traditions -- from the significance of December 25th and its relationship to winter solstice to the enchanting legend of Santa Claus and Prince Albert's 1841 unveiling of the Christmas tree.

Cast

H Harry Smith Narrator (voice) James Stewart George Bailey (archive foo Donna Reed Mary Bailey (archive foota Wayne Allwine Mickey Mouse (archive foot Peter Billingsley Ralphie Parker (archive fo Robert Clarke Fred (archive footage)