The Little Drummer Boy (1968)

This story has touched the hearts of families everywhere. In this holiday classic, the true spirit of Christmas is revealed when a lonely orphan stumbles upon the birth of the baby Jesus and affirms what the holidays are really about – giving and love. Featuring a beautiful soundtrack by the Vienna Boys’ Choir, this timeless tale of generosity makes the perfect addition to your holiday collection.

quintessential christmas cartoon

the last few minutes of the show is really the only good part- arguably though those last few minutes are the best of any christmas cartoon ever made.
the rest of the story isn't put together or illustrated very well, but run time is only 25 minutes so it doesn't drag on too long before you get to the excellent and memorable heart-warming conclusion. November 16, 2008

Great movie

I had a lot of time without watch this great movie. I am glad to watch it September 8, 2008

nostalgia ain't what it used to be

Loved the Christmas TV special "The Little Drummer Boy" as a child, so I thought I'd order it. Having watched it for the first time in about 35 years, it no longer measures up (with the exception of the nativity scene) to such greats as Mr. Magoo's "A Christmas Carol" or "A Charlie Brown Christmas". Generally a big bore, although the Vienna Choir Boys still inspire. January 7, 2008

A very beautiful classic

I am very happy with this DVD, and with the Amazon's service. I bought this movie because I looked for this in local stores or rent with no succes, But although I live in Costa Rica Amazon did possible that I can to see again this beautiful history (that it has not been possible to see on TV for 20 years), at only 3 shipping weeks and before christmas. The history contains a beautiful scenes and a important and positive education for the family, remembering the real sense of Christmas. December 24, 2007

When are we going to get a decent print of this?!

When I heard that the Little Drummer Boy was once again going to be re-released on DVD I was ecstatic since I thought we'd finally get a trluy restored version to replace my old DVD which had the picture quality of a worn out VHS tape. But, once again, we're given a sub-par print with dark, grainy imagery and scratches. This is nothing more than the same repackaged junk that already existed! I understand it's quite possible that no better prints exist, but if that's the case then the state of affairs on this terribly neglected classic is even grimmer than imagined. Own it if you've no other choice but this is a shame. I give it a 5 for content and less than zero for quality. December 22, 2007

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