This week Ebenezer, which is the latest adaptation of A Christmas Carol, opens in theaters. In celebration, this week’s binge looks at other adaptations of the story in the past 60 years. Films appear in chronological order.

A Christmas Carol (1970)
About: This is a musical adaptation. It is the 12th version of the story set to film, dating back to 1901. But this one has Albert Finney and Alec Guinness!

Scrooged (1988)
About: This is a comedic riff on the story. It finds Bill Murray in the titular role as a TV executive who is in need of a change of perspective. This is a fun spin and a modern seasonal classic.

A Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
About: You know a story has made it when The Muppets do a take. This one features Michael Caine and, of course, Kermit the Frog! This is a fun spin on the whole story.

The Man Who Invented Christmas (2017)
About: This is about the invention of A Christmas Carol, following Charles Dickens as he wrote it. Dan Stevens stars in the title role and this provides a fun origin story. For fans of A Christmas Carol, this is a must-see take.

Spirited (2022)
About: This is another modern, comedic spin on the classic tale. This one finds Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds in the mix. It was an original film from Apple TV that I really enjoyed and still do!

Matthew Fox is a graduate of the Radio, Television and Film program at Biola University, and a giant nerd. He spends his free time watching movies, TV, and obsessing about football. He is a member of the FSWA. You can find him @knighthawk7734 on Twitter and as co-host of the Fantasy Football Roundtable Podcast.