Miracle On 34th Street (1959)
In this charming TV adaptation of the 1947 film classic, a kindly old gentleman (Ed Wynn) working as a Macy's department store Santa causes a commotion when he claims to be the real St. Nick. Forced to prove his sanity, he is taken to court where he must convince the judge and his friends that he actually is Santa Claus. The faith of one skeptical little girl (Susan Gordon) and a Christmas miracle are the keys to his true identity.
Director: William Corrigan
Genre: Family, Drama
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: November 27, 1959
Cast
- Ed Wynn - Kris Kringle
- Peter Lind Hayes - Fred Gaily
- Mary Healy - Doris Walker
- Orson Bean - Dr. William Sawyer
- Loring Smith - Mr. Shellhammer
- Hiram Sherman - R. H. Macy
- Susan Gordon - Susan Walker
- Larry Weber - Mr. Mara
- John Gibson - Judge Harper
- Joseph Walsh - Al - Post Office Employee
Screenplay
- Harry Miles Muheim (Adaptation)
- George Seaton (Screenplay)
- Valentine Davies (Story)
Music: Irving Robbin
Production: Talent Associates
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: William Corrigan
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Miracle On 34th Street about?
- In this charming TV adaptation of the 1947 film classic, a kindly old gentleman (Ed Wynn) working as a Macy's department store Santa causes a commotion when he claims to be the real St. Nick. Forced to prove his sanity, he is taken to court where he must convince the judge and his friends that he actually is Santa Claus. The faith of one skeptical little girl (Susan Gordon) and a Christmas miracle are the keys to his true identity.
- Who directed Miracle On 34th Street?
- Miracle On 34th Street was directed by William Corrigan.
- Who stars in Miracle On 34th Street?
- Miracle On 34th Street stars Ed Wynn, Peter Lind Hayes, Mary Healy, Orson Bean, Loring Smith, Hiram Sherman.
- How long is Miracle On 34th Street?
- Miracle On 34th Street has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is Miracle On 34th Street?
- Miracle On 34th Street is a Family, Drama film.
- Where was Miracle On 34th Street produced?
- Miracle On 34th Street was produced in United States of America.