The Nightmare Before Christmas

Fantasy • Animation • Family • 1993 • 1h 16m

The Nightmare Before Christmas movie poster
RATING★ 3.9
RUNTIME1h 16m
LANGUAGEEN
STATUSReleased
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📖 Synopsis

Tired of scaring humans every October 31 with the same old bag of tricks, Jack Skellington, the spindly king of Halloween Town, kidnaps Santa Claus and plans to deliver shrunken heads and other ghoulish gifts to children on Christmas morning. But as Christmas approaches, Jack's rag-doll girlfriend, Sally, tries to foil his misguided plans.

🎥 Production Details
Release Status
Released
Genres
Fantasy, Animation, Family
Director
Henry Selick
Original Language
EN
🎭 Cast
Danny ElfmanDanny ElfmanJack Skellington (singing) / Barrel / Clown with the Tear away Face (voice)
Chris SarandonChris SarandonJack Skellington (voice)
Catherine O'HaraCatherine O'HaraSally / Shock (voice)
William HickeyWilliam HickeyDr. Finkelstein (voice)
Glenn ShadixGlenn ShadixMayor (voice)
Paul ReubensPaul ReubensLock (voice)
Ken PageKen PageOogie Boogie (voice)
E
Edward IvorySanta Claus (voice)
S
Susan McBrideBig Witch / WWD. (voice)
Debi DurstDebi DurstCorpse Kid / Corpse Mom / Small Witch (voice)
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Nightmare Before Christmas about?
Tired of scaring humans every October 31 with the same old bag of tricks, Jack Skellington, the spindly king of Halloween Town, kidnaps Santa Claus and plans to deliver shrunken heads and other ghoulish gifts to children on Christmas morning. But as Christmas approaches, Jack's rag-doll girlfriend, Sally, tries to foil his misguided plans.
Who directed The Nightmare Before Christmas?
The Nightmare Before Christmas was directed by Henry Selick.
When was The Nightmare Before Christmas released?
The Nightmare Before Christmas was released on October 9, 1993.
How long is The Nightmare Before Christmas?
The Nightmare Before Christmas has a runtime of 1h 16m.
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