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Scrooge (1951) Rank 4 Reviews

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Movie critics combined give Scrooge (1951) a score of 3.1496 out of 4

based on (25) reviews

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Christian Spotlight on the Movies

This novel by Charles Dickens has been filmed many times; the general consensus (and I agree) is that this 1951 production is the best version. Ebenezer Scrooge (Alastair Sim) has an extreme case of greediness and a lack of normal ...read the complete Scrooge movie review at Christian Spotlight on the Movies

Foster on Film - Christmas

This British, B&W version of the well-known story is generally considered to be the finest version by critics and viewers alike, and I agree. If you're reading this, chances are you are well acquainted with Mr. Dicken's ghostly tale of redemption and ...read the complete Scrooge movie review at Foster on Film - Christmas

Movie Vault (John Ulmer)

Few characters are a true part of culture. Various creatures come and go, but only a few really stick around for eternity. Ebenezer Scrooge is one of those rare characters such as George Bailey or The Terminator who are quoted or imitated or just ...read the complete Scrooge movie review at Movie Vault (John Ulmer)

TV Guide's Movie Guide (--)

Alastair Sim's performance in Dickens' hoary holiday classic provided one of the defining moments of his career; the result is the definitive filming of the story, breathing life into the familiar plot while earnestly hewing to the author's vision. ...read the complete Scrooge movie review at TV Guide's Movie Guide (--)

DVDTown.com (John J. Puccio)

Of the many film versions...this one from 1951 is the most faithful to the spirit of the book. ...read the complete Scrooge movie review at DVDTown.com (John J. Puccio)

The SF, Horror and Fantasy Film Review

This is generally regarded as the best of the numerous screen adaptions of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol (1843). A Christmas Carol (1938) probably has a slight edge, but this is still a well worthwhile adaptation. ...read the complete Scrooge movie review at The SF, Horror and Fantasy Film Review

ReelViews (James Berardinelli)

At a reasonably short 85 minutes, this is nevertheless a complete experience, and the strength and depth of its drama makes it the most memorable of any adaptation of the tale. ...read the complete Scrooge movie review at ReelViews (James Berardinelli)

Combustible Celluloid (Jeffrey M. Anderson)

Moves through a brisk 86 minutes with just enough time to linger on poignant moments. ...read the complete Scrooge movie review at Combustible Celluloid (Jeffrey M. Anderson)