How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966)
Kernel Score: 85% · 1,118 TMDB ratings · Rated G
Genres: Animation, Family, Comedy
Released: 1966-12-18
Runtime: 25 minutes
Where to watch How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
- Stream: Peacock, TBS, tru TV
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-11-11.
Overview
Bitter and hateful, the Grinch is irritated at the thought of a nearby village having a happy time celebrating Christmas. Disguised as Santa Claus, with his dog made to look like a reindeer, he decides to raid the village to steal all the Christmas things.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is a classic, wholesome family holiday tale about redemption and generosity.
- Products & purchases: Some — The story critiques materialism around the holidays even as it involves gifts and decorations.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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If you liked How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse (2001) — 74%
- Klaus (2019) — 92%
- The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) — 88%
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) — 83%
- Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas (2004) — 78%
- Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999) — 79%
- Destino (2003) — 80%
- That Christmas (2024) — 81%
Director
Cast
- Boris Karloff as Narrator / The Grinch (voice)
- June Foray as Cindy Lou Who (voice) (uncredited)
- Dal McKennon as Max (voice) (uncredited)
- Thurl Ravenscroft as Singer of You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch (voice) (uncredited)
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! FAQ
Is How the Grinch Stole Christmas! good?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch How the Grinch Stole Christmas!?
In the US you can stream How the Grinch Stole Christmas! on Peacock, TBS and tru TV and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is How the Grinch Stole Christmas! OK for kids?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is a classic, wholesome family holiday tale about redemption and generosity.
What movies are like How the Grinch Stole Christmas!?
If you liked How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, try Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse, Klaus, The Nightmare Before Christmas and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.