Storyline

This loose adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens tale moves the story to New England, where stingy elderly businessman Benedict Slade (Henry Winkler) ruthlessly collects debts and makes life miserable for everyone around him. His unscrupulous behavior warrants a Christmas Eve visit from his ghostly former partner and other spirits that show him the error of his ways. Can Slade turn his life around and become a better person before it's too late?

Plot Keywords

miser, elderly person, business partner, ghost, debt collector, eerie, emotional, new england, office, household, bad behavior, christmas, ghosts, regret, business, generosity, transformation, wretched excess, 1930s

Short Review

Set against the bleak backdrop of the Depression, this updated version of Dickens' classic is a must-see, at least once. Henry Winkler delivers a subdued, but intense, performance as the miser in need of redemption. Quality vs quantity in the downfall of the USA's manufacturing economy is powerfully commented upon.

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Streaming Service

1. Amazon Video : Rent from $1.99, Or $0.00 with a Prime membership

2. Apple iTunes : Track Price: 9.99, Track Rental Price: 3.99, Collection Price: 9.99, Track Hd Price: 12.99, Track Hd Rental Price: 3.99, Collection Hd Price: 12.99

3. Vudu : [SD - Buy: 9.99, Rent: 2.99]