A Christmas Story

Written by:
Jean Shepherd (novel)
Jean Shepherd (screenplay)

Directed by:
Bob Clark

Made in:
USA & Canada in 1983

Actors:
Melinda Dillon .... Mrs. Parker
Darren McGavin .... The Old Man (Mr. Parker)
Peter Billingsley .... Ralphie Parker
Ian Petrella .... Randy Parker
Scott Schwartz .... Flick
R.D. Robb .... Schwartz
Tedde Moore .... Miss Shields
Yano Anaya .... Grover Dill
Zack Ward .... Scut Farkus
Jeff Gillen .... Santa Claus
Colin Fox .... Ming the Merciless (scenes deleted)
Paul Hubbard .... Flash Gordon (scenes deleted)
Leslie Carlson .... Tree Man (as Les Carlson)
Jim Hunter .... Freight Man
Patty Johnson .... Head Elf

Plot:
Ralphie, a young boy growing up in the '40's, dreams of owning a Red Rider BB gun. He sets out to convince the world this is the perfect gift. But along the way, he runs into opposition from his parents, his teacher, and even good 'ol Santa Claus himself. IMDB

Review:
One of my absolute favorites!

This is a classic, and a must for every child to see. Great for adults and children. We always watched this at Christmas time in school. This is one of those movies that you have to watch every year, and Christmas just isn't the same without it.