Summaries

An orphan drummer boy who hates humanity finds his life changed forever when he meets three wise men en route to Bethlehem.

Animated film version of the legendary song of a boy who lets out all his frustrations on a drum, little knowing how significant this drum will be in the birth of the newborn Jesus.—hiphats <[email protected]>

When Aaron's family is killed, he hates all people and his only friends are a lamb, Baabaa; a donkey, Samson; and a camel; Joshua. But an unscrupulous travelling performer convinces them to join his troupe, then sells Joshua to a trio of kings. Aaron follows the star to find Joshua, but when Baabaa is badly injured, Aaron must overcome his hatred of mankind and find a gift with which to approach the Babe in the manger and ask for help.—Kathy Li

Details

Keywords
  • boy
  • christmas movie
  • drum
  • drummer
  • drummer boy
Genres
  • Fantasy
  • Drama
  • Animation
  • Family
  • Musical
Release date Dec 18, 1968
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) Not Rated
Countries of origin United States Japan
Language English
Production companies Rankin/Bass Productions

Box office

Tech specs

Runtime 25m
Aspect ratio 4:3

Synopsis

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