Scrooged 1988 Full Movie

Scrooged: A Heartwarming Christmas Tale

The Story of Redemption

On Christmas Eve 1860, in London, Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean-spirited, stingy, sour money-lender does not share the merriment of Christmas. He declines his nephew Harry’s invitation for Christmas dinner and reluctantly gives his loyal employee Bob Cratchit Christmas Day off.

A Warning and Three Spirits

Returning home, Scrooge encounters the ghost of his seven-year-dead business partner Jacob Marley, who warns him to repent his miserly ways or he will be condemned in the afterlife as he was, carrying a heavy chain forged by his own selfishness and greed. Before leaving, Marley informs him that three spirits will visit him tonight.

The Ghostly Visits Begin

At one o’clock, Scrooge is visited by the Victorian Ghost of Christmas Past, who takes him back in time to his childhood and early adult life. They visit his lonely school days, where he is ultimately taken back home by his beloved sister, and then his time as an employee under Mr. Fezziwig.

At two o’clock, Scrooge is visited by the Ghost of Christmas Present, a jolly giant who teaches him the joys and wonder of Christmas Day. Scrooge and the spirit visit Bob’s house to observe the family’s Christmas dinner, while Scrooge shows interest in the ill Tim.

At three o’clock, Scrooge is visited by the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, a silent, cloaked figure who shows him the future Christmas 1861, with the citizens rejoicing at the death of Scrooge, who is unaware of the reason they are celebrating.

A Change of Heart

Despite the harrowing visions, Scrooge vows to make amends. Finding it’s Christmas Day, he decides to bring happiness to the citizens of London and goes on a shopping spree, buying food and presents, with the help of children.

Dressed as “Father Christmas”, Scrooge delivers a giant turkey, presents, and toys to the Cratchits, promises to double Bob’s salary, and pledges to find the best doctors to make Tim better. He also frees Tom and his clients from their debts and donates a sizable amount of money to charity.

A Joyful Conclusion

Scrooge returns home, acknowledging Marley for helping him get a second chance at life, and goes inside to prepare for dinner with his family. Watch “Scrooged Full Movie” to experience this heartwarming tale of redemption and the true spirit of Christmas.