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Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas

  • Video
  • 19991999
  • Not RatedNot Rated
  • 1h 6m
IMDb RATING
7.0/10
8.7K
YOUR RATING
Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
  • Animation
  • Comedy
  • Family
Mickey and his friends star in 3 heartwarming stories of Christmas past.Mickey and his friends star in 3 heartwarming stories of Christmas past.Mickey and his friends star in 3 heartwarming stories of Christmas past.
IMDb RATING
7.0/10
8.7K
YOUR RATING
  • Directors
    • Jun Falkenstein(segment A Very Goofy Christmas)
    • Alex Mann(segment : "Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas: additional material)
    • Bradley Raymond(segment Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas)
  • Writers
    • Charlie Cohen(screenplay)
    • William Dean Howells(story inspired by "Christmas Every Day")
    • Scott Spencer Gorden(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Kelsey Grammer(voice)
    • Wayne Allwine(voice)
    • Russi Taylor(voice)
Top credits
  • Directors
    • Jun Falkenstein(segment A Very Goofy Christmas)
    • Alex Mann(segment : "Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas: additional material)
    • Bradley Raymond(segment Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas)
  • Writers
    • Charlie Cohen(screenplay)
    • William Dean Howells(story inspired by "Christmas Every Day")
    • Scott Spencer Gorden(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Kelsey Grammer(voice)
    • Wayne Allwine(voice)
    • Russi Taylor(voice)
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 26User reviews
    • 19Critic reviews
  • See production, box office & company info
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 nominations

    Photos72

    Kelsey Grammer and Camille Grammer at an event for Toy Story 2 (1999)
    Kelsey Grammer and Camille Grammer at an event for Toy Story 2 (1999)
    Kelsey Grammer at an event for Toy Story 2 (1999)
    Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
    Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
    Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
    Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
    Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
    Tony Anselmo and Russi Taylor in Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
    Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
    Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
    Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)

    Top cast

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    Kelsey Grammer
    Kelsey Grammer
    • Narratoras Narrator
    • (voice)
    Wayne Allwine
    Wayne Allwine
    • Mickey Mouseas Mickey Mouse
    • (voice)
    Russi Taylor
    Russi Taylor
    • Minnie Mouseas Minnie Mouse
    • (voice)
    • …
    Tony Anselmo
    Tony Anselmo
    • Donald Duckas Donald Duck
    • (voice)
    Diane Michelle
    • Daisy Duck (The Gift of Magi)as Daisy Duck (The Gift of Magi)
    • (voice)
    Tress MacNeille
    Tress MacNeille
    • Chipas Chip
    • (voice)
    • …
    Alan Young
    Alan Young
    • Uncle Scrooge McDuckas Uncle Scrooge McDuck
    • (voice)
    Bill Farmer
    Bill Farmer
    • Goofyas Goofy
    • (voice)
    • …
    Corey Burton
    Corey Burton
    • Daleas Dale
    • (voice)
    Shaun Fleming
    • Young Max Goofas Young Max Goof
    • (voice)
    Jim Cummings
    Jim Cummings
    • Peteas Pete
    • (voice)
    • …
    Jeff Bennett
    Jeff Bennett
    • Mortimeras Mortimer
    • (voice)
    • …
    Gregg Berger
    Gregg Berger
    • Mr. Andersonas Mr. Anderson
    • (voice)
    • …
    Kylie Dempsey
    • Kid #2as Kid #2
    • (voice)
    • …
    Taylor Dempsey
    • Kid #1as Kid #1
    • (voice)
    • …
    Andrew McDonough
    • Poor Boyas Poor Boy
    • (voice)
    Pat Musick
    • Angry Womanas Angry Woman
    • (voice)
    • …
    Frank Welker
    Frank Welker
    • Turkeyas Turkey
    • (voice)
    • …
    • Directors
      • Jun Falkenstein(segment A Very Goofy Christmas)
      • Alex Mann(segment : "Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas: additional material)
      • Bradley Raymond(segment Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas)
    • Writers
      • Charlie Cohen(screenplay) (segment Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas)
      • William Dean Howells(story inspired by "Christmas Every Day") (segment Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas)
      • Scott Spencer Gorden(screenplay) (segment A Very Goofy Christmas)
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      In the segment "Mickey & Minnie's Gift of the Magi", the Dixieland jazz band at the charity toy drive is made up of firefighters and named the Firehouse 5. This is a nod to the Firehouse Five Plus Two, a seven-piece Dixieland jazz band founded in 1949 and consisting of Disney animation staff (including lead animators Ward Kimball and Frank Thomas, two of Disney's famed Nine Old Men).
    • Goofs
      When the Goofs are having Christmas dinner with their neighbors, after dinner, as Goofy picks up the scraps from the turkey, there is suddenly another turkey on the table.
    • Quotes

      Huey: Looks like the end of the line!

      Louie: Until tomorrow. When it happens all over again.

      Huey: Y-You're right. Y-Yesterday's today, and today is tomorrow, and it's gonna be the same thing,

      [snaps]

      Huey: day in and day out, and day in and day out...

      Dewey: Hey! What's wrong?

      Louie: Get a grip!

      Huey: I'm sorry, fellas.

      Louie: That's okay. We know how you feel.

      Dewey: If I see the same toys again, I'll go out of my mind!

      Louie: Yeah, and I eat any more turkey, I'm gonna need new clothes!

    • Connections
      Featured in Troldspejlet: Episode #22.12 (1999)
    • Soundtracks
      Santa Claus is Coming to Town
      Words and Music by J. Fred Coots and Haven Gillespie

      EMI Feist Catalog and Haven Gillespie Music Publishing Co.

    User reviews26

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    A Little-Known Christmas Surprise
    The only time I ever heard about this movie is when I pass by it each time I visit Hollywood Video. I've never seen it on TV or seen commercials, but after working with Disney and becoming a big fan, I figure I should give this Christmas special a chance. And it paid off! This is a very nice, funny, and heartwarming movie, and frankly, I'm surprised we don't hear more about it every Christmas.

    My favorite character, Donald, opens the movie strongly with a hilarious episode reminiscent of the great Bill Murray comedy, 'Groundhog Day.' Huey, Dewey, and Louie wish everyday were Christmas, and soon learn they wished for more than they bargained for. In the end, they learn an important lesson, as does anyone watching this episode. Who among us didn't wish we had Christmas everyday when we were kids? This episode also has a memorable visit with the Duck family, including Daisy and Scrooge.

    Next up is Goofy's chapter of the movie. Physical comedy is Goofy's trademark, which isn't a favorite comedic style of mine, but he does it well in this cartoon. Goofy is as lovable as always while his son, Max, is much more appealing as a kid than when he grows up (A Goofy Movie). The bond between Goofy and Max is very heartwarming, as Goofy never gives up in his belief in Santa and in his attempt to convince Max. The end result is touching, and also satisfying when neighbor, Mr. Pete, gets what's coming to him!

    Last and definitely not least, is Mickey and Minnie's version of 'The Gift of the Magi.' This isn't the funniest episode of the bunch, but just like it has been throughout Disney history, Mickey and Minnie serve as the heart and soul of this picture. They both overcome the odds and indulge in the holiday spirit, only to come up empty-handed. This doesn't matter though, as they have each other, and that's all that matters. Side Note: One tiny thing I really enjoyed about this episode was Mickey's dance move that was first seen in 1942's 'Mickey's Birthday Party.' It's fun to remember the classics!

    Overall, this is a very satisfying and heartwarming Christmas special. The animation is quite nice and vibrant to show off our favorite Disney characters, and the voice-work is well done too (especially by Kelsey Grammar as the perfect narrator!) I wouldn't necessarily label this movie a masterpiece like 'Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer' or my personal favorite, 'Mickey's Christmas Carol,' but it's quite strong nonetheless. ABC and Disney Channel should definitely let people know about this special. It has the potential to be a classic!

    My IMDb Rating: 9/10. My Yahoo! Grade: A (Outstanding)
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    • travisimo
    • Dec 12, 2003

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 9, 1999 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Міккі: Одного разу на Різдво
    • Production companies
      • Disney Television Animation
      • Disneytoon Studios
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 6 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1 / (high definition)

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