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A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story (1995): Cast

A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story (1995) movie poster

A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story is a 1995 family drama directed by Michael Spence, starring James T. Callahan as Samuel Cavanaugh, Jan Van Sickle and John Nance. It runs 52 minutes.

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A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story (1995) movie poster
Released
Runtime
52 min
Director
Michael Spence
Genres
Drama , Family
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story About?

The premise of A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story without spoilers.

The film brings to life a Norman Rockwell painting, following characters whose lives intersect on a frozen pond. Samuel Cavanaugh, a curmudgeon, returns each winter to revisit happier moments. Michael Grant, an unhappy boy trying to skate in oversized skates—his dad a Korean War MIA—crosses paths with Cavanaugh, prompting reflection, their stories unfold.

A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story Themes & Keywords

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  • christmas
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Cast & crew

A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story Cast & Characters

James T. Callahan leads the cast as Samuel Cavanaugh, with Jan Van Sickle as Phillip Grant and John Nance as Mr. Posey. Directed by Michael Spence; 4 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Michael Spence

More films directed by Michael Spence: Friends for Life and Edge of Honor.

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A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story?

A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story runs 52 minutes.

When was A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story released?

A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story was released on December 21, 1995.

Who directed A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story?

A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story was directed by Michael Spence.

More films by Michael Spence

Who is in the cast of A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story?

A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story stars James T. Callahan as Samuel Cavanaugh, Jan Van Sickle as Phillip Grant and John Nance as Mr. Posey, among 4 credited actors.

Does A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story have a post-credit scene?

No. A Norman Rockwell Christmas Story has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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