Miracle On 34th Street (1959)

7.3/10 60 min Family Drama

Overview

In this charming TV adaptation of the 1947 film classic, a kindly old gentleman (Ed Wynn) working as a Macy's department store Santa causes a commotion when he claims to be the real St. Nick. Forced to prove his sanity, he is taken to court where he must convince the judge and his friends that he actually is Santa Claus. The faith of one skeptical little girl (Susan Gordon) and a Christmas miracle are the keys to his true identity.

Cast

Ed Wynn

Kris Kringle

Peter Lind Hayes

Fred Gaily

Mary Healy

Doris Walker

Orson Bean

Dr. William Sawyer

Loring Smith

Mr. Shellhammer

Susan Gordon

Susan Walker

Joseph Walsh

Al - Post Office Employee

Arny Freeman

Lou - Post Office Employee

William Post Jr.

Mr. Gimbel

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