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The First Christmas

6.7199824mGMovieAnimationDramaFamily

The story of the birth of Christ brought to life in this claymation short film.

DirectorLindsay Van Blerk
WriterFrank Moynihan
ProducersLindsay Van Blerk·Frank Moynihan

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Cast · Directed by Lindsay Van Blerk

CPChristopher Plummer
Christopher Plummer
Narrator (voice)
NE
Nicholas Ellenbogen
(voice)
KG
Keith Grenville
(voice)
FM
Frank Moynihan
(voice)
JPJonathan Pienaar
Jonathan Pienaar
(voice)
MS
Michelle Scott
(voice)
CS
Chumano Sebe
(voice)
BS
Billy Second
(voice)
FVFarouk Valley-Omar
Farouk Valley-Omar
(voice)
GR
Gordon Van Rooyen
(voice)

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The First Christmas — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The First Christmas?

The First Christmas isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The First Christmas on Netflix?

No, The First Christmas is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The First Christmas on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The First Christmas isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The First Christmas for free?

The First Christmas isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The First Christmas?

The First Christmas hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1998. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.