Movie

Cricket on the Hearth

“To have a Cricket on the Hearth is the luckiest thing in all the world!”

★ 5.3(19)196749m

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Good to know

Director: Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin, Jr.
Release date: 1967-12-18
Runtime: 49m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Rankin/Bass Productions

About Cricket on the Hearth

Cricket on the Hearth is a 1967 movie in the Animation, Family and TV Movie genres, directed by Jules Bass and Arthur Rankin, Jr., starring Danny Thomas, Marlo Thomas and Roddy McDowall. It has a runtime of 49 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.3/10 from 19 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Cricket on the Hearth in India — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A delightful, animated musical version of Charles Dickens' classic tale. A Cricket on the Hearth, tells the story of a poor toymaker and his daughter whom a helpful Cricket named Crocket befriends on Christmas morning. When tragedy strikes the family, it's Crocket who comes to the rescue and restores peace and happiness.

Cast

Danny Thomas

Caleb (voice)

Marlo Thomas

Bertha (voice)

Roddy McDowall

Cricket Crocket (voice)

Hans Conried

Tackleton (voice)

Paul Frees

Messenger / Uriah / Captain / Toy Elephant (voice)

Ed Ames

Edward (voice)

Abbe Lane

Moll (voice)

Themes & keywords

holidaycrickettoy makerchristmaslive action and animationtoymaker

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Cricket on the Hearth in India?+

Cricket on the Hearth is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in India. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Cricket on the Hearth on Netflix?+

Cricket on the Hearth is not on Netflix in India right now.

How long is Cricket on the Hearth?+

Cricket on the Hearth has a runtime of 49 minutes (49 minutes).

Who stars in Cricket on the Hearth?+

Cricket on the Hearth stars Danny Thomas, Marlo Thomas, Roddy McDowall, Hans Conried and Paul Frees.

When did Cricket on the Hearth come out?+

Cricket on the Hearth is a 1967 movie directed by Jules Bass and Arthur Rankin, Jr..

What genre is Cricket on the Hearth?+

Cricket on the Hearth is Animation, Family and TV Movie film.

Who directed Cricket on the Hearth?+

Cricket on the Hearth was directed by Jules Bass and Arthur Rankin, Jr..