Scrooge (1951)

Enjoy one of the greatest Christmas stories ever told

Celebrate the festive season with Scrooge (1951), widely regarded as one of the finest and most beloved adaptations of Charles Dickens's timeless Christmas classic, A Christmas Carol.

Settle into the atmospheric surroundings of Leicester Guildhall and experience this treasured Christmas film within the historic walls of one of the city's most enchanting medieval buildings. The Guildhall provides the perfect backdrop for Dickens' tale of redemption, charity and the true spirit of Christmas.

Starring the incomparable Alastair Sim in a career-defining performance, Scrooge follows the journey of the cold-hearted and miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, a man whose disdain for Christmas and lack of compassion have left him isolated and bitter. On a fateful Christmas Eve, he is visited by a series of ghostly spirits who take him on a haunting journey through Christmases Past, Present and Yet to Come. Faced with the consequences of his actions and the opportunity for change, Scrooge must decide whether it is too late to open his heart to kindness, generosity and joy.

Masterfully filmed and rich in Victorian atmosphere, this much-loved adaptation captures both the darkness and warmth of Dickens' original story. Alastair Sim's unforgettable portrayal remains the benchmark against which all Scrooges are measured, making this a must-see festive favourite for generations of film lovers.

Showing 4pm