The Night Before Christmas

The 1968 claymation movie The Night Before Christmas is a short adaptation of the classic holiday poem by Clement Clarke Moore. The story follows the familiar narrative of A Visit from St. Nicholas, which describes the magical events that take place on Christmas Eve. The film shows a cozy house where a family is preparing for Christmas.


That night, as the children sleep, Santa Claus arrives, flying in his sleigh pulled by reindeer. The jolly old man sneaks down the chimney to deliver presents to the children. The story describes the excitement and wonder as the children wake up to find their stockings filled and the house aglow with the spirit of Christmas.


The film captures the charm and warmth of the poem, including iconic moments like Santa's "ho-ho-ho," the description of his sleigh and reindeer, and the joyful atmosphere of Christmas Eve. It emphasizes the magic and wonder of Christmas through the beloved traditions of gift-giving and the visit from Santa Claus.

Categories: Christmas Classics