Amahl and the Night Visitors

The historic, original, live airing of what would become an annual Christmas tradition throughout the 1950s, this opera tells the story of Amahl, a crippled shepherd boy, and his destitute mother, who provide temporary shelter to three men who are following a star to the newly-born Christ child.

Release Date

December 24, 1951

Status

Released

Original Title

Amahl and the Night Visitors

Runtime

55min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English

Production Companies

NBC