Classic Christmas Review #6: The Muppet Christmas Carol

In selected cinemas and available on Disney+

The fact that I can recall virtually every line of dialogue in The Muppet Christmas Carol is testament to the timeless magic at its core. Whether it’s Gonzo the Great standing in for Charles Dickens on narrating duties, the enduring musical numbers, or Michael Caine’s unrivalled performance as the humbugging harbinger of doom Ebenezer Scrooge, there’s something for all the family to enjoy. Commendably, Brian Henson’s film follows Dickens’ original story closely, ensuring that the moral lessons at that classic’s core are carried through to this adaptation, making this a peak Muppet classic and my personal all-time festive favourite.