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The Nightmare Before Christmas

Duration: 1 hour, 10 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Two England

A magical stop-motion animated musical fantasy created by Tim Burton and set in a world where every holiday has its own special land. Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King, tires of the same old routine in Hallowe'en Town and decides to gatecrash Christmas Town. He is instantly enraptured by the decorations, toys and warm spirit. However, not everyone feels the same about him. Show less

Contributors

Jack Skellington:
Chris Sarandon
Jack Skellington (singing):
Danny Elfman
Sally / Shock:
Catherine O'Hara
Dr Finkelstein:
William Hickey
Big Witch / WWD:
Susan McBride
Corpse Kid / Corpse Mom / Small Witch:
Debi Durst
Harlequin Devil / Devil / Sax Player:
Greg Proops
Man Under Stairs / Vampire / Corpse Dad:
Kerry Katz
Producer:
Tim Burton
Writer:
Tim Burton

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