Scrooge and Fred

[@SuperDuaneDibbley]

I love and strive for Fred's pure heart.

[@richardrogerreed]

I love how the maid gives Ebenezer a nod of approval to enter.

[@sonofmoss]

I always thought it more a nod of encouragement

[@Bogart1899]

The maid is Audrey Hepburn.

[@kevinator41]

@@Bogart1899 No its not! It was Teresa Derrington

[@CharlesRobinson-f4t]

Greatest “Scrooge “ version ever made! It shows,not only his redemption, but, the entire story of how he was abused and damaged mentally by his father! His father didn’t love him, and,so he didn’t have the ability to show love in return!

[@squiggymcsquig6170]

The maid (played by Teresa Derrington) steals the foyer scene without a single line.

[@morbius109]

My absolute favorite rendition of the Christmas Carol. Alistair Sim was beyond brilliant in this role. He portrayed the bitter, cold hearted Victorian money lender and the man redeemed with equal mastery. The scenes from after he awoke from the visit of the third spirit are among my most beloved scenes of any Christmas movie I've ever seen. His bubbly, high energy cheer and delight bring a smile to my face every time. Truly, Sim portrayed a man freed from the weight of his past and who reveled in the freedom the joy of his redemption brought. RIP Alistair.

[@tedreinert]

morbius109 Yes, I agree with you completely about this wonderful movie. Alastair Sim's performance is not only far & away the best Ebenezer Scrooge I've ever seen, but it's also one of the greatest performances ever to be recorded on film. I agree with all you mentioned about this scene in particular, but would also add that there is also the most poignant sense of regret, as he looks on Fred's wife, for all the years he wasted shunning these lovely young people. But her sweetness & gratitude are so captivating that he is able to smile & even chuckle at his foolish miscalculation. Psychologically, it's an amazingly rich moment: Sim conveys so much of the man's character & history with the eloquence of his gaze & the velvety tone of his voice. And then there is that achingly beautiful song, "Barbara Allen," to underscore the exquisite acting, writing & direction of the scene. I wrote more about it on my blog, for which there is a link a few comments below this one.

[@jamesniezgoda5454]

Not only my favorite version but my All Time Favorite CHRISTMAS MOVIE

[@AegisNova]

Yes! All the versions have something good to offer, but Alastair Sim just brings some thing that is head and shoulders above the rest! I think some of it is the writing, too! Sim is given some of the best lines to work with, and he renders them so well!

[@thenoseknows9391]

BEST RENDITION OF A XMAS CAROL, EVER 💯💯👍🏽👍🏽🤣😆 NOBODY EVER PLAYED SCROOGE BETTER THAN SIM💯💯💯👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🤣😆😀😀😅😁😁

[@ThomasHoag-k7d]

I agree thoroughly. This is my favorite rendition too. Alastair Sim puts a human face on a complex man who's gone through a lot and how he transformed his life

[@johncarsone1579]

This scene of the meeting & reconciliation is so very touching.❤❤❤❤

[@benedictkiswanto4692]

Scrooge looks young again when dancing.

[@Mike-hp2dd]

Best scene in any Christmas Carol version. The way Ebeneezer hesitates - and it's ultimately the beautiful young servant girl who gives him both encouragement - and permission to enter. The smile she gives and the nod are both returned, as she lets him know there is nothing to fear and he will be welcomed.

[@phillipstankey8881]

Perfect summation

[@paulbruni9771]

Love, Love this scene. It brings tears to me eyes. My dad always loved this version of Scrooge with Alistair Sim. Now, I can see why! He was the best! Nothing beats his revelation after he realizes it's Christmas Day and he hasn't missed it. Great actor; brilliantly played.

[@testodude]

One of my top 5 scenes in any movie.

[@jamesdrynan]

Many versions of Dicken's classic have been filmed, but for sheer emotion none compare with Alastair Sim's portrayal of Scrooge. The black and white cinematography fits the mood of the piece and Addinsell's music is evocative. Kathleen Harrison as Mrs. Dilber is exquisite. When she says, " A Christmas present...for me? " it breaks your heart. Brilliant casting.

[@andrewpytko4773]

I love how Scrooge is very humble and hesitant. He is truly a changed man and hopes to continue down this new path.

[@DarkXid]

This is my favorite scene from my favorite version of a Christmas Carol. From the encouragement from the maid and his returned smile and I would like to think that the maid does indeed know who Scrooge is and the significance of him being there. But what touches me is the fact that Scrooge after asking Fred to join, doesn't ask Fred for forgiveness, because he doesn't really have to ask it of Fred! But, Scrooge asks Fred's wife who is a bit fearful or angry at him and for good reason! And she legitimately has as much reason to dislike Scrooge as Fred (who doesn't) could. He's ill treated her by judging her and condemned their marriage without having ever met her. Nevermind that she doesn't understand why Fred still tries with Scrooge. But, she goes from trepidation to acceptance with Scrooge's apology. And it's a good one too. He takes responsibility, likely alludes to her beauty, and asks her forgiveness, which she gives and then dances with him. It's beautiful.

[@marcmaschal2897]

It's so beautiful. He finds forgiveness and redemption. It brings a tear to my eye every time lol

[@bobciampaglia9432]

I love how he gives just the slightest shoulder shrug before speaking to Fred's wife. Very humbling.

[@davidalexander2607]

Every character in this film is played brilliantly .

[@patrickhanly7458]

It's amazing how her face changes from shock and trepidation to joy and love once she realizes that Scrooge is apologizing.

[@Alepzeron]

When you realize years later when you grow up the reason Scrooge has such contempt for Christmas and his Nephew is in large part because of the loss of his sister it really gives this scene such an amazing context. His apology to Fred's wife is almost as if he's apologizing to Fran.

[@tedreinert]

@@Alepzeron Scrooge’s psychological motivations for his miserliness & bitterness about Christmas are not discussed in Dickens’ novella. They are entirely from the mind of the brilliant screenwriter, Noel Langley (born on Christmas Day), who was the first-credited screenwriter for THE WIZARD OF OZ. He should’ve had a much bigger career, but one day at Metro, he told a friend that whenever he had to shake Louis B Mayer’s hand, he felt as if a snake had slithered across his bare foot. Unhappily for Mr Langley, when he said this, he was unaware that Mr Mayer was standing behind him & overheard him. Mr Mayer was thin-skinned & never forgot or forgave an insult. And Langley’s career in Hwood was finished until Mr Mayer himself got bounced out of his job. Langley’s creation of a psychological profile for Scrooge fitted Dickens’ story so perfectly & seamlessly that every version since has incorporated elements that do not exist in Dickens, nor in any of the many adaptions of the story prior to Langley’s. But every version after Langley’s, including the one starring Mr Magoo, owe a large debt to Langley’s great screenplay.

[@Alepzeron]

@@tedreinert I know Ive read the book.

[@samadams1408]

Still the best version of this story.

[@marcmaschal2897]

Yes this is the best version no doubt. .Alistair Sims acting was amazing.This scene shows his redemption.The beautiful actress who plays Fred wife's does a great job too.

[@bedfordsimon8]

one of my favorite scense from the best version of this story on film , all the "notes" in these performances are perfect, the maid conveys so much with out a single line,,,outstanding

[@webow88]

Meet the maid: dickensblog.typepad.com/dickensblog/2013/05/meet-the-maid-an-interview-with-theresa-derrington-cozens-hardy.html#:~:text=May%2006%2C%202013-,Meet%20the%20maid%3A%20An%20interview%20with%20Theresa%20Derrington%20Cozens-Hardy,to%20know%20who%20she%20was.

[@webow88]

Losing your heart to Fred's maid: www.google.com/amp/s/probablydontlikeyou.wordpress.com/2011/12/28/forty-two-seconds-losing-your-heart-to-freds-maid/amp/

[@leftcoaster67]

There are no small roles, only small actors.

[@bedfordsimon8]

@@leftcoaster67 plenty of small roles, and plenty of big and small actors.

[@winstonsmith9533]

Alister Sim, wonderful. What a great movie!

[@danielbauer6916]

What a beautiful heart felt movie. It makes you sad and jubilant at the same time for all the characterers. God bless us one and all".tt.

[@leftcoaster67]

"I don't deserve to be so happy." Starts chuckling "But I can't help it. I can't help it" Roars with laughter. Brilliant.

[@MsBackstager]

At the end, Scrooge is a boy again!

[@richardtofts4977]

The music is a huge part of this scene.

[@veronicadepasquale9741]

Sweet to have family who love you no matter what. ❤❤

[@ianrobertson4820]

No other version beats this classic with Mr Sim

[@laurencegladwell529]

By far and away the best film based on Christmas, it’s unbelievably overlooked and underrated,Alistair sim at his best

[@actuary33]

What i remember best is that maid. She was so kind to him. That nod said I know your scared but it ok. Noone ever mentions her kindness.

[@testodude]

Other actors have captured the mean old skinflint as well as Sim, but nobody did a better job with the redemption part. Sim made you love him.

[@KevinHobin]

Redemption…and the hope for us all.

[@anthonycantu8879]

Absolutely heartwarming ❤ 💕

[@josephsiano7557]

The best scene in a movie that i have ever seen 3 minutes told u the story of xmas. Bravo to alister sim for making this possible. God bless you RIP

[@4EyedAnimation]

This scene is so amazing...the emotions are so real. Merry Christmas.

[@tedreinert]

It shakes me to tears every time I see it

[@4EyedAnimation]

@@tedreinert The girl with his coat that gives him courage to open the doors and go in.

[@MichaelBrookham]

Really, though, it must have been very hard for Fred to grow up living with his uncle, who despised Christmas. When you are a kid, Christmas is the best thing, but if your only living relative hates Christmas and you have to live with him, it must be very difficult.

[@chrismccartney8668]

Alistair Sim is superb for a man redeemed for that is Dickens mastery to bring the story redemption to life in such a way.

[@yazzypr3090]

peace on earth good will to men

[@veronicadepasquale9741]

I watched all the Christmas Carol movies in honor of my mom❤❤

[@jamesniezgoda5454]

This scene is one of many reasons why this is my All Time Favorite CHRISTMAS MOVIE

[@sailorsister211]

Looking now as an adult, Fred isn't just Scrooge only a living relative but in a way, a symbol of him, if chooses a different route. Fred and Scrooge were probably the same age when they fell in love, and when they both fell in love, they were poor. However, in the end, Scrooge chooses money over the woman he loved, even if he did achieve his dream of becoming rich but he isn't happy and is lonely. Fred chooses love over money, even if he may barely get by but he is happy and has friends and family who are loved dearly.

[@LBF522]

Nice analysis.

[@marcmaschal2897]

Very perceptive. I never thought of that but its quite true.Scrooge chose money over love and became cold hearted after his sister died .

[@pauljackson2473]

I’ve spent this holiday season watching every version of A Christmas Carol I can find. I like this the best. This scene is really good. The George C. Scott version cracks me up. At the end Scrooge visits his nephew, his nephew invites him in but practically sneers at him, like, “I invited you, but I didn’t expect you to show up”. This version is more cheerful.

[@Winter_Snow007]

I love watching this as a child, it's good to be back at watching this💜

[@jamesniezgoda5454]

When I first saw this scene, I actually thought the housekeeper was a young Audrey Hepburn

[@tedreinert]

It’s an easy mistake to make, she has the same angelic smile. I wrote a fond tribute to this great picture on my blog, which you may find of some interest. www.tr10023.com/?p=4933

[@janetalegnani5264]

My most favorite story...can't get enough have vhs DVD and boxed set of books and audio tape so many versions...and then there was the Muppets...George Scott...

[@veronicadepasquale9741]

Love this movie use to watch it with my folks.❤

[@ronniselvan6243]

I want to marry a man like Fred.

[@rohanignatius4030]

Best movie I have ever seen . I can see movie again and again .

[@veronicadepasquale9741]

He my favorite ❤❤

[@MREHUNTER007]

in the movie credits there should be the names of the singers of barbra allen as credited on the scenes.

[@REVEAL1001]

Check out the scene where scrooge near the end of the film looks into the mirror ! You can see one of the film crew in the mirror !!!!

[@squiggymcsquig6170]

Yes, and more than once. It's always amazed me that they left such a blatant mistake in the final product.

[@MsBackstager]

@@squiggymcsquig6170 As a former theater back stager, I can relate to the mirror scene. It happens all the time.

[@nikeolis]

My favorite adaptation... but who sings "Barbara Allen" at Christmas?

[@tedreinert]

Nick Gasper The Victorians were a morbid lot. I can well imagine they listened to "Barbara Allen" at Christmastide.

[@nikeolis]

Truly pedantic (and Victorian... idolists) would claim that Dickens was writing about the era of his childhood, which was (slightly) Pre-Victoria, and awful. So I guess that still fits. ;-)

[@yazzypr3090]

it's a nice moment

[@RobJigga]

I wonder if scrooges speech at 01:38 to freds wife is in the orginal book or in any other version. Thank you for posting this video

[@tedreinert]

You can read more about Noël Langley's wonderful script in an article on The Claude Rains Fan Club. www.tr10023.com/?p=4933 The entire scene is a brilliant invention by Langley. Dickens does offer a very brief outline of Scrooge's arrival at Fred's house, but offers no dialogue. We owe a debt of gratitude to Langley for his masterful screenplay that seamlessly integrates new episodes that give psychological depth & detail that are not in Dickens' story. Other versions have borrowed from this version as liberally as they've borrowed from the novella. Much of what we assume comes from Dickens actually came from this British adaptation, including Scrooge & Marley's takeover of Fezziwig's business, Scrooge's fiancée return of his engagement ring; his sister's death while giving birth to his nephew, his visit to Marley's deathbed, & many other plot elements. Langley not only remained faithful to the original, but he gave it greater depth & poignancy.

[@mfreeman313]

Just to add one fact to what others said, the original does say Scrooge hesitated before going in, the obvious implication being he realized now he'd been very unjust to his nephew. It goes on to say he was warmly welcomed and everyone had a wonderful time together. So this whole scene makes even more emotional sense within the whole by being a brilliant embellishment of the original and not totally an invention.

[@marcmaschal2897]

No its not.Theres just 2 or 3 sentances and no real redemption scene. Thats another reason this version is the best.The writing was spot on and better then Dickens book.

[@barbarasutherland8000]

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[@REVEAL1001]

Sorry to spoil it for everybody but !!!!!! I just had to to tell somebody

[@CarguyJim]

I'm sure this film isn't "PC", thankfully...