A new holiday adventure arrives just in time for the season as Disney releases a clip from An Almost Christmas Story, directed by David Lowery and produced by acclaimed filmmaker Alfonso Cuarón. The animated short, inspired by the true story of a tiny owl rescued from the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in 2020, will be available to stream on Disney+ starting Friday, Nov. 15.
In this final installment of Cuarón’s holiday shorts collection for Disney+, An Almost Christmas Story follows Moon, a young, wide-eyed owl who unexpectedly finds himself nestled in a giant Christmas tree bound for New York City’s iconic Rockefeller Plaza. Along the way, Moon encounters a lost little girl named Luna, and together they embark on a heartfelt journey to find their way home.
Lowery and Cuarón have created a compelling, family-friendly story that captures the joy of unexpected friendships and the warmth of holiday magic. Cuarón’s holiday collection began with Le Pupille, a short that earned an Academy Award® nomination in 2022, followed by last year’s The Shepherd, which was shortlisted for the Oscars, establishing Cuarón’s collection as a new holiday tradition on Disney+.
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The creative team behind An Almost Christmas Story includes Cuarón as producer and story originator, Gabriela Rodríguez as producer, and writer Jack Thorne. The film is animated by 88 Pictures in association with Titmouse and Maere Studios, with Nicholas Ashe Bateman overseeing creative design and Daniel Hart composing the film’s enchanting score.
With Lowery’s direction and Cuarón’s storytelling, An Almost Christmas Story is set to captivate families and holiday lovers alike. Be sure to catch Moon’s adventure with Luna as they bring an extra bit of sparkle to the season, starting Nov. 15 on Disney+. Check out Disney+ for all your holiday magic.
