A Christmas Story: From Box Office Bomb to Holiday Classic
Remember that kid who always wanted a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas? Well, this year, we're taking a trip down memory lane with A Christmas Story. And who better to guide us through this nostalgic journey than Scut Farkus himself, Zack Ward?
Tonight, at 8 PM ET on TBS, Dinner and a Movie hosts Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen will be joined by Ward for a special screening of the iconic holiday film. This isn't just any ordinary viewing, though. Ward will share behind-the-scenes stories, revealing the surprising path A Christmas Story took to becoming a beloved Christmas classic.
A Rocky Start
It might be hard to believe now, but A Christmas Story didn't exactly set the box office on fire when it first hit theaters. In fact, it opened the same weekend as Rambo and struggled to find an audience. But as fate would have it, the film's fortunes would change dramatically.
With the advent of VHS, A Christmas Story began to circulate among families and friends during the holiday season. Word-of-mouth spread, and soon, the film had captured the hearts of a nation.
A Television Triumph
When TBS acquired the rights to A Christmas Story and began airing it on television, the film truly exploded in popularity. It became a holiday tradition, drawing more viewers than the Super Bowl in some years.
More Holiday Cheer
A Christmas Story isn't the only holiday classic that will be featured on Dinner and a Movie this month. On December 12th, De'voreaux White and Jake Tapper will join the show for a screening of the action-packed Christmas film, Die Hard.
So, grab your favorite holiday snack, cozy up on the couch, and tune in to TBS for a dose of holiday nostalgia and laughter. And let us know, what's your favorite classic Christmas movie?
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