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Brian Henson directs his late father's creations in the Charles Dickens classic, the best known (and most oft-filmed) Christmas story of all time. Michael Caine plays the old miser Scrooge with Kermit as his long-suffering but ever-hopeful employee Bob Cratchit, Miss Piggy as Cratchit's wife, and a host of Muppets (including the Great Gonzo as an unlikely Charles Dickens) taking other primary roles in this bright, playful adaptation of the sombre tale. Or at least it starts brightly enough--the anarchic humour soon settles into mirthful memories and a sense of melancholy as the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future take Scrooge on a journey of his lonely, wasted life. Michael Caine makes a wonderful Scrooge, delightfully rediscovering the meaning of life as fantastic creations from Henson's Creature Shop (developed specially for this film) take the reins as the three ghosts. While the odd mix of offbeat humour and sombre drama undercuts the power of Dickens's drama, this kid-friendly retelling makes an excellent family drama that adults and children alike can enjoy. --Sean Axmaker
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'Tis the season for love, laughter, and one of the most cherished stories of all time! Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, magical version of Charles Dickens' classic tale. Academy Award(R) winner Michael Caine (Best Supporting Actor, 2000, THE CIDER HOUSE RULES; 1987, HANNAH AND HER SISTERS) gives a performance that's anything but "bah, humbug!" as greedy, penny-pinching Ebenezer Scrooge. One fateful Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Together with kind, humble Bob Cratchit (Kermit the Frog) and his family, the Spirits open Scrooge's eyes -- and his heart -- to the true meaning of Christmas.
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157 of 159 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Like the other reviewers, we bought this on DVD to replace our worn out VHS version. We were gobsmacked and upset to the point that we couldnt watch it as the scene where Scrooge is seen to melt and become the man he was to be in the future, is cut, and the song removed, that he joins in at the end, with an Oscar winning (or should be) performance from Michael Caine. Its a disgrace that it was cut, and I wouldnt buy this DVD if you want the full and unabridged version that makes more sense. Otherwise why is Rizzo crying? BOO to the film editor. Stick with the VHS until they release a full version.
112 of 114 people found the following review helpful
By A. Simmons
Format:DVD
I originally bought The Muppet Christmas Carol years ago when it came out on video. I thought it was wonderful, great fun and, even with the Muppets playing many key roles, it was extremely true to the book. My favourite part was where a young Scrooge tells his Belle, his fiancée, that they're going to have to postpone their wedding because he doesn't have enough money. Belle then says that he doesn't love her and sings a beautiful song called 'When Love is Gone'.
I bought a DVD player just before Christmas and since my MCC video was well watched and worn, I decided to buy the DVD version. What a disappointment. This beautiful song was cut out, which I think is wrong as it is pivotal to the story. Disney haven't given a reason for it and it wasn't mentioned during the Audio Commentary of the film. The extras on the DVD are ok, but overall this is way below the standard I'd expect of a Disney DVD, particularly for the price. This is more worthy of being in the 'bargain bin' rather than full price.
If you've got the video and are thinking of buying the DVD, don't bother - you're better off sticking with the video, and if you haven't got either, just get the video.
If I was rating the video version I'd give it 5 stars but am giving the DVD version three stars, because of the cut scene and the general poor value for money.
63 of 64 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
The Muppet Christmas Carol is a classic in its own right; wonderful entertainment executed with astonishing skill. But the Disney DVD release is extremely disappointing. The extras are nice and the menu design is fun, but Disney have done a serious disservice to the muppets in not releasing a definitive version of the film when transferring to DVD. Not only is the picture quality no better than the video, but the film has been cut in a pivotal scene, and has been released in 4:3 instead of widescreen. There is no excuse for this. Five stars for the muppets and all their human associates, but bottom marks to Disney. Buy the video version instead.
89 of 92 people found the following review helpful
By I. Garbutt
Format:DVD
This is a perfect example of how to ruin a brilliant film. I've been watching this favourite every year on VHS and when the Anniversary Edition DVD appeared I leapt at it. Unfortunately about a third of the way through I switched off. An entire scene (including the best song in the film) has been removed from this version without explanation. For those unfamiliar with the movie I am referring to the character Belle's wonderful rendition of "When Love is Gone" and a touching performance from Michael Caine where we see Scrooge's humanity for the first time. True, even a cut down Muppet Christmas Carol is still a great family film, but I certainly wouldn't want to read a novel with some of the key pages missing and I won't watch this abridged DVD. Looks like the squeaky old videotape is going to get dusted down for another year.
62 of 64 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. R. J. Clark
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Format:DVD
The Muppets Christmas Carol is perhaps the best of the Muppets movies, with Gonzo doing a fantastic job as Mr Dickens, and Michael Caine doing a decent job as grumpy old Scrooge.
This is the second version of The Muppets Christmas Carol released on DVD. Unlike the first release, this one's in widescreen (yay!). However, the song 'When Love Has Gone' still does not make an appearance - and we lose a big bleeding chunk of the film's heart as a result.
Disney could also have taken the opportunity to include the deleted song 'Room in Your Heart' (sung by Honeydew and Beaker), but we just get the same extras as last time.
So - a five star film is only a four star DVD. If we wait another couple of years maybe we'll be able to have the chance to give Disney more money so that we can finally see the entire film as it was meant to be...
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
I found this remake of the classic Dickens tale 'A Christmas Carol' to be entertaining again and again. The Muppet characters are true to their original personalities and the humour is reminiscent of the 'Muppet Show' days. Michael Caine is genuine and believable as Scrooge and does all his own singing. He is obviously not a singer per se but does a fantastic job and really enjoys himself. A true christmas classic!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By mommajen
Format:DVD
After reading a few reviews for this DVD online, I had decided no to buy it. However, I had I given to me as a gift from my parents. I remember fondly watching the VHS version as a kid, and now want to introduce it to my son. I have pretty much the same crticisms of the anniversary edition as other reviewers have of the standard release. The quality isn't any better and the song 'When Love Is Gone', sung by Belle, has been cut. I know that the editors felt that children wouldn't understand the emotions behind the song, but as with most Disney films, there is usually an element for the adult audiences watching with the children. Also I first saw the full version of this at the age of 8 and I understood it perfectly. Saying that, it still remains one of my favourite Christmas films of all time and I wouldn't want to deprive my son of watching it. My advice... dust off the VHS player until they release a re-mastered, uncut DVD.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A firm favourite
I adore this christmas film and it is one of our households favourites. It gets watched every december without fail and I thinkw e know all the songs off my hear.Brilliant film
Published 10 days ago by takethatfan
5.0 out of 5 stars
It was great, it was fun, it was enjoyable, I loved it !
Why can I only give this 5 stars?
A brilliant film from start to finish, being faithful to the Dickens novel but with no reduction in anarchic Muppet humour. Read more
A brilliant film from start to finish, being faithful to the Dickens novel but with no reduction in anarchic Muppet humour. Read more
Published 1 month ago by small and covered in hair
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Christmas DVD ever
Used to have this on Video but no longer have a video player so have been waiting for it to come out on DVD. Was so please when I sore it on amazon. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Michelle Outram
5.0 out of 5 stars
wonderful
I bought this for my children (realy me) years ago on video and now have bought this one on DVD for my grandaughter (and me) we all love this one, a mixed bag of emotions. Read more
Published 2 months ago by frankie
5.0 out of 5 stars
YAY CHRISTMAS!!
What is not to love about this!! Music - Great, Muppets - Great, Michael Caine - Great, Christmas Carol - Great!!!
Published 2 months ago by Bxbeans
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great christmas film
Great Christmas film fo the family. Would recommend, if you are a fan of the Muppets! Not a bad price either.
Published 2 months ago by Jamstar1
5.0 out of 5 stars
GOTTA HAVE IT !
If you have never seen this than it is a must have classic Christmas favorite! Even smaller kids love the singing even if they can't follow the plot so it keeps them quiet if you... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Savage Wolf
4.0 out of 5 stars
great film
An excellent version of the classic for adults and children not often shown on TV,
great fun and one of the best Muppet movies.
great fun and one of the best Muppet movies.
Published 2 months ago by Roy
3.0 out of 5 stars
good show
PERHAPS NOT AS GOOD AS TREASURE ISLAND, BUT IF YOU LIKE THE MUPPETS YOU'LL LOVE THIS TOO ESPECIALLY MICHAEL CAINE AS SCROOGE
Published 2 months ago by Shirley Wood
5.0 out of 5 stars
Magical Muppets
A wonderful DVD for all the family, this rendition of A Christmas Carol is portrayed beautifully incorporating some lovely songs. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Gillian
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