Produced by Timeless Films in association with Axis Studios and directed by Stephen Donnelly, Charles Dickens' ageless legend is reborn in this supernatural, time-travelling, musical adaptation of the definitive Christmas story. With his very soul on the line, Scrooge has but one Christmas Eve left to face his past and build a better future. Featuring re-imagined songs from the legendary and two-time Academy Award® winner Leslie Bricusse OBE, Scrooge: A Christmas Carol is one for a new generation to sing.
Quote from Director Stephen Donnelly:
“It’s been a fascinating challenge to adapt such a beloved and often-told story. I think this version will give those who know A Christmas Carol all the things they expect, but not as they’ve experienced them before. There are more than enough psychedelic, time-travelling and musical surprises to keep those familiar with the story on the edge of their seats, while the authentic essence of Dickens has been retained for those coming completely fresh to the classic tale. I can’t wait to share this new version of A Christmas Carol with the world and sincerely hope audiences embrace it this year and for many to come.”
About Stephen Donnelly:
Stephen Donnelly is an award-winning Scottish director, screenwriter, producer and lyricist with over 20 years experience in animation. After deciding from a very early age that his future was animated, Stephen embarked on a career that has seen him direct, develop, produce or write for Cartoon Network, Amazon Studios, The Bureau of Magic, Mattel, Microsoft Studios, Timeless Films and Netflix. His deep understanding of narrative structure and character development is combined with a mastery of art direction honed while envisioning the world of the Emmy Award winning Amazon Studios show Lost in Oz. From generating the core of an idea to finessing the final onscreen image, he is a complete visual storyteller. Stephen is currently writing and developing his next animated feature.