A Christmas Memory (1966)

Movie Summary

Emmy Award winning adaptation of Truman Capote’s recollection of his youth in the rural South during the Depression. Living with a slightly dotty but loving “cousin,” Capote remembers back to when he was about 10 years old and it was suddenly decided that “it was fruitcake weather.” The task of baking 30 cakes for mostly far away friends and other rituals of Christmas time are painted with such loving and nostalgic strokes, this becomes a truly beautiful Christmas experience. The poverty of the 1930’s fails to stop or even slow down a loving relationship at a loving time of the year.

The 1966 version of A Christmas Memory was adapted for television for ABC Stage 67 (Season 1, Episode 14) airing December 21, 1966.

Where can I watch A Christmas Memory online?

A Christmas Memory is not currently available to stream online.

Is A Christmas Memory available to buy on DVD?

No, but the book is available.
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When will A Christmas Memory air on TV in 2024?

Not airing this week

This movie normally airs throughout the holiday season on Turner Classic Movies (TCM). For a complete schedule of dates and times, view the TCM Christmas Classics schedule.

Year Released

1966

Cast Includes

Truman Capote (Narrator), Donnie Melvin (Buddy), Lavinia Cassels (Aunt), Christine Marler (Aunt), Josip Elic (HaHa)

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A Christmas Memory Movie Trailer