Plot. In December 1973, 33 years after the events of A Christmas Story, 42-year-old Ralph "Ralphie" Parker lives in Chicago with his wife, Sandy, and two children, Mark and Julie.

What year is Christmas Story 2 set in?

The film takes place in 1946, six years after the events of the original film.

What year was A Christmas Story suppose to take place?

A Christmas Story is deliberately vague about the year it is set in, adding to the film's timeless and nostalgic charm. The film likely takes place in the late 1930s or early 1940s, based on clues such as the 1939 calendar and the absence of references to World War II.

How old is Ralphie in A Christmas Story 3?

That means Ralphie Parker is either 42 or 43 in A Christmas Story's 2022 sequel. This means he is quite a few years younger than The Old Man in the original movie despite A Christmas Story Christmas' various parallels between them.

Why wasn't Melinda Dillon in A Christmas Story Christmas?

Now: Melinda Dillon

Dillon was set to star in the sequel A Christmas Story Christmas, but she fell ill and had to be replaced by actress Julie Hagerty. Dillon died at age 83 in January 2023, less than two months after the film was released.

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Is the mom in Christmas Story 2 the same mom?

While Julie Hagerty stepped in to play Ralphie's Mom in the sequel, and did an admirable job, her performance wasn't quite as timeless or memorable as Melinda Dillon's in the 1983 original.

How old was Ralphie's dad in A Christmas Story?

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Ralphie Parker's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Parker, were played by Darren McGavin and Melinda Dillon. McGavin plays "The Old Man" in the movie and was 61 years old at the time while his wife was almost two decades younger as Dillon was 43 at the time.

What town is A Christmas Story set in?

The film is set in Hohman, Indiana, a fictionalized version of Shepherd's hometown of Hammond, the only Hoosier city to border Chicago. The name is derived from Hohman Avenue, a major street in downtown Hammond. Local references in the film include Warren G.

Do the actors still get paid for A Christmas Story?

"A Christmas Story," one of the most beloved holiday classics of all time, is still played on TV so much that the actors continue to collect those royalty checks. But, contrary to popular belief, they're hardly getting rich.

Did Peter Billingsley get married?

Personal life. Billingsley married Elizabeth "Buffy" Bains in 2015, with whom he has two children.

Was it real snow in A Christmas Story?

Fun fact: A Christmas Story was filmed during the winter, but there was not enough snow in Cleveland during production, so a majority of the snow used in the film was trucked in from area ski resorts, or substituted with potato flakes and firefighter's foam.

How old was Randy supposed to be in A Christmas Story?

Randy: (stage age 7-8 / vocal range = F#3 to D5) Ralphie's younger brother, he is cute, lovable and a bit whiny.

What year was the house built in A Christmas Story?

Originally built in 1895, the house underwent a series of facelifts both before and after filming. In 2004, San Diego-based entrepreneur Brian Jones — a longtime fan of the film — bought the home on eBay and renovated it to once again match the scenes from the movie.

What year is A Christmas Story supposed to take place?

Set in the 1930s, A Christmas Story include the famous scene where Ralphie's friends licks a frozen flagpole on a dare. The film also features the infamous lamp that looks like a woman's leg in fishnet stockings, which Ralphie's father wins and cherishes.

Are any of the original cast in A Christmas Story 2?

EXCLUSIVE: A Christmas Story Christmas, Warner Bros. and Legendary's sequel to A Christmas Story for HBO Max, continues to ramp up its cast, adding four actors from the original 1983 film: Ian Petrella (Randy), Zack Ward (Scut Farkus), Scott Schwartz (Flick) and R.D. Robb (Schwartz).

Is it the same Ralphie in Christmas Story 2?

' We really wanted the original cast to come back. That was a timing thing. A lot of those buckets had to line up for us, and then you've got to say, 'We've got to go, or Ralphie is going to age out of this; he'll be Grandpa Ralphie.

Why didn't Melinda Dillon play in A Christmas Story?

Dillon retired from acting in 2007, and as a result she did not reprise her role as Mrs. Parker in 2022's A Christmas Story Christmas. Julie Hagerty stepped into the part. "Melinda, as you say, has retired from acting and wished us the best in our pursuits," Billingsley told EW.

Where is Ralphie now?

Peter Billingsley (Ralphie)

Billingsley has primarily worked behind the scenes, as a director of films including Couples Retreat (2009) and Term Life (2016), and executive producer of projects like The Break-Up (2006), Iron Man (2008), and the Netflix series F is for Family.

What happened to Randy from the Christmas story?

The actor behind Ralphie's little brother, Ian Petrella, was only 8 years old when he played little Randy Parker. After A Christmas Story, Petrella appeared on Diff'rent Strokes, Who's the Boss? and Beverly Hills, 90210. He broke away from acting during the aughts and found a new calling while traveling around Europe.

Where is Ralphie's house from the Christmas story?

The house that appears in the film is located at 3159 W 11th Street, Cleveland, Ohio.

Is A Christmas Story based on a true story?

A Christmas Story has prevailed over other holiday films because it feels like a real depiction of childhood, and the reason it does is that it is mostly based on a true story. A Christmas Story is based on semi-autobiographical stories by Jean Shepherd. Jean Shepherd co-wrote the film.

What was Ralphie's dad's job in A Christmas Story?

Despite his constant mentions of being late for work in A Christmas Story, we don't know what job he has, as it was never mentioned.

How old was Ralphie's mom?

Jan. 9 according to an obituary shared by her family. She was 83.

How old is Scott Farkus in A Christmas Story?

He saw that I was a foot taller than Yano and said, 'You get his lines, he gets yours. ' So Scut Farkus became the bully and I became the beloved jackass of Christmas.” A Christmas Story celebrates its 35th anniversary on Sunday, and Ward admits he still gets recognized for the character he played at age 13.

How old was Randy in the Christmas story?

Drew Comstock, 11, plays the 9-year-old main character, Ralphie. Jackson Rott, 10, as 7-year-old Randy, is never far behind. Ralphie and Randy are brothers, in case you've never caught the quintessential classic 1983 holiday movie that's based in the 1940s.