When did The Nightmare Before Christmas come out?

The Nightmare Before Christmas was released in US theaters on October 29, 1993.

Is The Nightmare Before Christmas streaming?

Yes. The Nightmare Before Christmas is streaming on Disney Plus in the US.

How long is The Nightmare Before Christmas?

The Nightmare Before Christmas runs 1h 16m (76 minutes).

What is The Nightmare Before Christmas rated?

The Nightmare Before Christmas is rated PG in the US.

Who directed The Nightmare Before Christmas?

The Nightmare Before Christmas was directed by Henry Selick.

Who stars in The Nightmare Before Christmas?

The Nightmare Before Christmas stars Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara and William Hickey.

The Nightmare Before Christmas

Name: The Nightmare Before Christmas
Genre: Fantasy, Animation, Family
Released: 1993-10-09
Duration: 1 h 16 min
Cast: Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara, William Hickey, Glenn Shadix

October 9, 19931h 16mPG

“A holiday film for the whole family... except yours.”

Tired of scaring humans every October 31 with the same old bag of tricks, Jack Skellington, the spindly king of Halloween Town, kidnaps Santa Claus and plans to deliver shrunken heads and other ghoulish gifts to children on Christmas morning. But as Christmas approaches, Jack's rag-doll girlfriend, Sally, tries to foil his misguided plans.

Where to Watch The Nightmare Before Christmas

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Movie Details

Rated: PG
Runtime: 1h 16m
Director: Henry Selick
Written by: Caroline Thompson, Tim Burton
Budget: $18 million
Box office (worldwide): $76 million

US release dates

In theaters (limited): October 13, 1993
In theaters: October 29, 1993
Blu-ray / DVD: May 10, 1994
TV: October 22, 2023

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Quick Answers

When did The Nightmare Before Christmas come out?: The Nightmare Before Christmas was released in US theaters on October 29, 1993.
Is The Nightmare Before Christmas streaming?: Yes. The Nightmare Before Christmas is streaming on Disney Plus in the US.
How long is The Nightmare Before Christmas?: The Nightmare Before Christmas runs 1h 16m (76 minutes).
What is The Nightmare Before Christmas rated?: The Nightmare Before Christmas is rated PG in the US.
Who directed The Nightmare Before Christmas?: The Nightmare Before Christmas was directed by Henry Selick.
Who stars in The Nightmare Before Christmas?: The Nightmare Before Christmas stars Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara and William Hickey.