The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
📌 Available on Disney+ and Apple TV and Prime Video🛡️ Parental guidance PG
📖 Story
A skeletal visionary grows weary of Halloween's predictability and orchestrates an audacious scheme that threatens to transform Christmas itself. The Nightmare Before Christmas captures the bittersweet tension between ambition and wisdom, wrapped in Tim Burton's unmistakable visual poetry. What emerges is a meditation on belonging and identity—a fantastical journey where a ragdoll's silent devotion becomes the film's moral compass, reminding us that true connection transcends even the grandest of plans.
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EnergyRising and charged
ToneEpic and aspirational
ExperienceGrowth, power, and escalation
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a rise-from-below journey built on training, power shifts, and the satisfaction of steady progression.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Parental guidance
📌 MPAA
Suitable for family viewing with some guidance.
Runtime
76 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorHenry Selick
WritingCaroline ThompsonTim Burton
CastDanny ElfmanChris SarandonCatherine O'HaraWilliam HickeyGlenn Shadix
ProductionTim BurtonDenise Di NoviDon Hahn
MusicDanny ElfmanRalph StuartChris Boardman
CinematographyPete KozachikDavid HanksRichard E. Lehmann
Where to watch The Nightmare Before Christmas
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Now available through 23 official offers on 3 platforms
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✨Availability Snapshot23 offers
The Nightmare Before Christmas is currently listed across official watch options including Disney+, Apple TV and Prime Video.
Subscription access may be available through Disney+, depending on your country and plan. Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Apple TV. Purchase starts from 4.99 USD on Prime Video.
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📺Providers3🎟️Lowest rent3.49 GBP🛒Lowest buy4.99 USD
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
An editorial snapshot using the title’s recorded currency: budget, revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple without forcing USD conversion.
🚀Blockbuster4.2x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue strongly outpaced the production cost
The release multiplied its reported budget into a standout box office result.
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Blockbuster result
💹 Return multiple: 4.2x📈 ROI: +320%🧾 Blockbuster
💰Budget
$18M18 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$75.6M75.6 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🚀Commercial gap
+$57.6M+57.6 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🚀Return multiple
4.2x4.2x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Financial map
Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $18M • Revenue: $75.6M • Commercial gap: +$57.6M ROI +320%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Multiplied its budget strongly.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Screenshots and images
Cast & crew
Danny Elfman
Jack Skellington (singing) / Barrel / Clown with the Tear away Face (voice)
Chris Sarandon
Jack Skellington (voice)
Catherine O'Hara
Sally / Shock (voice)
William Hickey
Dr. Finkelstein (voice)
Glenn Shadix
Mayor (voice)
Paul Reubens
Lock (voice)
Ken Page
Oogie Boogie (voice)
Edward Ivory
Santa Claus (voice)
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Susan McBride
Big Witch / WWD. (voice)
Debi Durst
Corpse Kid / Corpse Mom / Small Witch (voice)
Greg Proops
Harlequin Demon / Devil / Sax Player (voice)
Kerry Katz
Man Under Stairs / Vampire / Corpse Dad (voice)
Randy Crenshaw
Mr. Hyde / Behemoth / Vampire Corpse Dad (voice)
Sherwood Ball
Mummy / Vampire (voice)
Director: Henry Selick
❓ FAQ
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1Where can I watch The Nightmare Before Christmas?
The film is available on three streaming platforms: Disney+, Prime Video, and Apple TV. You can choose the platform that suits your subscription and watch it anytime.
2Is the film suitable for children and families?
Yes, The Nightmare Before Christmas is classified as a family animated film, but it contains some light spooky elements suitable for older children. It's recommended to watch with children under 6 years old with parental guidance.
3How long is the film?
The film is only 76 minutes long, making it an ideal choice for your family when you want to spend quality time without a lengthy commitment.
4Who is the director and main voice actors?
The film is directed by Henry Selick and was released in 1993. It features voices by Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara, and William Hickey.
5What is the film's story in brief?
The film centers on the King of Terror who awakens from his mundane routine in a dark world, embarking on an amazing fantasy journey that blends fear and magic. The film combines light horror elements with magical fantasy in a unique way.
6What genre is the film and is it considered a classic?
The film is a fantasy and animated feature that has become a classic since its 1993 release. It's considered one of the best animated films that combined cinematic art with creative imagination.
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