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How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966)

Movie ★ 7.5 25 min

Animation Family Comedy

Bitter and hateful, the Grinch is irritated at the thought of a nearby village having a happy time celebrating Christmas. Disguised as Santa Claus, with his dog made to look like a reindeer, he decides to raid the village to steal all the Christmas things.

Chuck Jones Director

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Quick facts

Released
December 18, 1966
Runtime
25 min
Rating
G
Budget
$315,000
IMDb
tt0060345
Language
Studio
The Cat in the Hat Productions, MGM Animation/Visual Arts,

Themes

Cast

Boris Karloff Boris Karloff Narrator / The Grinch (voice) June Foray June Foray Cindy Lou Who (voice) (uncredited) Dal McKennon Dal McKennon Max (voice) (uncredited) Thurl Ravenscroft Thurl Ravenscroft Singer of You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch (voice) (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is How the Grinch Stole Christmas! about?
Bitter and hateful, the Grinch is irritated at the thought of a nearby village having a happy time celebrating Christmas. Disguised as Santa Claus, with his dog made to look like a reindeer, he decides to raid the village to steal all the Christmas things.
Who directed How the Grinch Stole Christmas!?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! was directed by Chuck Jones.
Who stars in How the Grinch Stole Christmas!?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! stars Boris Karloff, June Foray, Dal McKennon, Thurl Ravenscroft.
When was How the Grinch Stole Christmas! released?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is a 1966 animation, family, comedy film.
Where can I watch How the Grinch Stole Christmas!?
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