Alastair Sim stars as Ebenezer Scrooge in ‘A Christmas Carol 1951‘, with Michael Hordern as Jacob Marley’s ghost and Kathleen Harrison as Mrs. Dilber.
Main cast
- Ebenezer ScroogeAlastair SimMain
- Jacob Marley’s GhostMichael HordernMain
- Bob CratchitMervyn JohnsMain
- Fred (Scrooge’s nephew)Brian WorthMain
- Mrs. DilberKathleen HarrisonMain
Supporting cast
- Ghost of Christmas PastMichael DolanSupp
- Ghost of Christmas PresentFrancis de WolffSupp
- Ghost of Christmas Yet to ComeC. KonarskiSupp
- Mr. FezziwigRoddy HughesSupp
- Mrs. CratchitHermione BaddeleySupp
Guest & voice
- Tiny TimGlyn DearmanGuest
- Martha CratchitOlive GilbertGuest
- Peter CratchitPatrick O’RourkeGuest
- Fan (Scrooge’s sister)Rona AndersonGuest
- Young ScroogeGeorge ColeGuest
- Alice (Scrooge’s fiancee)Carol MarshGuest
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About this cast
The 1951 film adaptation ‘A Christmas Carol’ (also titled ‘Scrooge’) is widely regarded as a classic, directed by Brian Desmond Hurst. It stars Alastair Sim in a celebrated performance as Ebenezer Scrooge, supported by a British cast including Michael Hordern, Kathleen Harrison, and Mervyn Johns.
FAQs
Who plays Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol 1951?
Alastair Sim plays Ebenezer Scrooge in the 1951 film A Christmas Carol (also known as Scrooge).
Is the 1951 A Christmas Carol in black and white?
Yes, the 1951 film adaptation A Christmas Carol is in black and white.
Who directed A Christmas Carol 1951?
The film was directed by Brian Desmond Hurst.
What is the runtime of the 1951 A Christmas Carol?
The film has a runtime of 86 minutes.
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