The Nightmare Before Christmas.

Name: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Holiday, Horror, Musical
Released: 1993-10-13
Duration: 76 min
Cast: Chris Sarandon, Danny Elfman, Catherine O'Hara, William Hickey, Glenn Shadix

A new holiday needs a little understanding.

Halloween Town's Jack Skellington discovers Christmas and decides to remake it in his own style. His enthusiasm leads to a disastrous delivery night and puts Santa in the hands of a dangerous creature.

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Why it’s a little special

Remarkable stop-motion design and memorable songs reward repeated viewing. The story offers a funny way to discuss enjoying someone else's traditions without taking them over.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Creepy creatures, detached body parts, kidnapping and threats to Santa. A villain is destroyed in a squirming insect-filled scene, and some children receive frightening presents.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Henry Selick
Starring: Chris Sarandon, Danny Elfman, Catherine O'Hara, William Hickey, Glenn Shadix, Ken Page, Paul Reubens, Edward Ivory, Susan McBride, Debi Durst, Greg Proops, Kerry Katz, Randy Crenshaw, Sherwood Ball, Carmen Twillie, Glenn Walters
Written by: Tim Burton, Michael McDowell, Caroline Thompson
Release date: October 13, 1993
Runtime: 76 minutes
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Holiday, Horror, Musical
Studio: Touchstone Pictures
Language: English