An Almost Christmas Story” Soars to Disney+ This November
Christmas Story,” a new animated short directed by David Lowery and produced by acclaimed filmmaker Alfonso Cuarón, on November 15th.
This charming short draws inspiration from the true story of a tiny owl discovered in the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in 2020. “An Almost Christmas Story” follows Moon, a curious young owl who finds himself unexpectedly caught in the tree’s journey to New York City. In his quest to escape the bustling city, Moon befriends a lost little girl named Luna, and together they embark on a heartwarming adventure filled with holiday magic.
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A Star-Studded Cast
The short boasts an impressive voice cast, featuring:
- Cary Christopher as Moon
- Estella Madrigal as Luna
- Jim Gaffigan as Papa Owl
- Mamoudou Athie as Pelly
- Alex Ross Perry as Dave the Dog
- Gianna Joseph as Peaky
- Phil Rosenthal as Punt
- Natasha Lyonne as Pat
- John C. Reilly as The Folk Singer
Acclaimed Creative Team
“An Almost Christmas Story” is the third and final installment in Cuarón’s holiday shorts collection for Disney+. His previous shorts, “Le Pupille” and “The Shepherd,” both received Oscar® nominations.
The creative team behind this heartwarming tale includes:
- David Lowery (director, screenplay, and producer)
- Alfonso Cuarón (producer and story)
- Gabriela Rodríguez (producer)
- Jack Thorne (story and screenplay)
- Nicholas Ashe Bateman (creative design supervisor)
- Daniel Hart (composer)
Film Festival Buzz
The animated short has already made a splash on the film festival circuit, garnering attention at prestigious events such as the Hamptons International Film Festival, the Santa Fe International Film Festival, and more.
Don’t miss “An Almost Christmas Story,” premiering November 15th on Disney+, just in time for the holiday season!
