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Cricket on the Hearth

5.3196749mMovieAnimationFamilyTV Movie

A delightful, animated musical version of Charles Dickens' classic tale. A Cricket on the Hearth, tells the story of a poor toymaker and his daughter whom a helpful Cricket named Crocket befriends on Christmas morning. When tragedy strikes…

DirectorsJules Bass·Arthur Rankin Jr.
WritersArthur Rankin Jr.·Romeo Muller
ProducersAaron Spelling·Danny Thomas

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Cast · Directed by Jules Bass

DTDanny Thomas
Danny Thomas
Caleb (voice)
MTMarlo Thomas
Marlo Thomas
Bertha (voice)
RMRoddy McDowall
Roddy McDowall
Cricket Crocket (voice)
HCHans Conried
Hans Conried
Tackleton (voice)
PFPaul Frees
Paul Frees
Messenger / Uriah / Captain / Toy Elephant (voice)
EAEd Ames
Ed Ames
Edward (voice)
ALAbbe Lane
Abbe Lane
Moll (voice)

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Cricket on the Hearth — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Cricket on the Hearth?

Cricket on the Hearth isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.

Is Cricket on the Hearth on Netflix?

No, Cricket on the Hearth is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is Cricket on the Hearth on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Cricket on the Hearth isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Cricket on the Hearth for free?

Cricket on the Hearth isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Cricket on the Hearth?

Cricket on the Hearth hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 5, 1968. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.