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.

What year does Christmas Story 2 take place?

The film takes place in 1946, six years after the events of the original film. Ralphie is now fifteen years old, and all he wants is a used 1939 Mercury Eight convertible for Christmas.

What year is A Christmas Story based in?

Set in the 1930s, 'A Christmas Story' takes place in the fictitious town of Hohman. These are the real-life places in Hammond, Indiana that inspired the iconic holiday movie.

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

A Christmas Story—1983

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.

How old was Billingsley in A Christmas Story?

By the time he made hearts melt at age 11 in A Christmas Story, Billingsley had a fair amount of acting experience, including in the 1981 comedies Honky Tonk Freeway and Paternity.

The timeline for the film A Christmas Story. [CHRISTMAS EXPLAINED]

How old are Ralphie and Randy in A Christmas Story?

Set in an undeterminate year of the 1940s, Ralphie Parker (Peter Billingsley) is a nine year-old boy living in the small town of Hohman, Indiana. His older self (voice of Jean Shepherd) narrates his experiences and thoughts through the short weeks before Christmas.

How old is Ralphie Parker supposed to be?

Ralphie might have been nine years old in A Christmas Story, but Peter Billingsley was not quite as young when making the 1983 Christmas classic. The actor was 12 years old when the original movie was released in theaters.

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.

How old was Ralphie's mom?

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

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.

Is A Christmas Story set in the 50s?

It stars Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, and Peter Billingsley, and follows a young boy and his family's misadventures during Christmas time in the 1940s.

What was Ralphie's last name in A Christmas Story?

In the 1940s, a young boy named Ralphie Parker attempts to convince his parents, teacher, and Santa Claus that a Red Ryder Range 200 Shot BB gun really is the perfect Christmas gift.

Who owns the house from A Christmas Story?

Josh Dickerson is now the owner and managing partner of A Christmas Story House & Museum – a three-bedroom residence where the 1983 movie, "A Christmas Story" was filmed.

What year is A Christmas Story 3 set in?

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.

Is the mom in Christmas Story 2 the same?

A Christmas Story Christmas recast the character of Mother Parker, played by the late Melinda Dillon in the original, with Julie Hagerty. Melinda Dillon retired from acting in 2007 and was unable to reprise her role in the sequel.

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.

Is Ralphie's dad still alive?

Darren McGavin played Ralphie's father, the Old Man. McGavin died in 2006.

Did the mother from Christmas Story pass away?

Peter Billingsley is remembering his onscreen A Christmas Story mom, Melinda Dillon. Following news of the former actress's death, Billingsley — who played Ralphie Parker, the child protagonist of the 1983 family holiday film — paid tribute to Dillon, who died Jan. 9 at age 83.

Who is Ralphie's father in the Christmas story?

Darren McGavin: The Old Man Parker.

Did Ralphie fight in Korea?

Ralphie Parker

Ralph is apparently a fan of science fiction and a veteran, as he makes reference to having fought in the Korean War.

Is Randy the same person in A Christmas Story Christmas?

Ian Petrella (Randy)

The actor studied improv at the Groundlings Comedy Theater in Los Angeles and now focuses on animation and puppetry (having worked on the Henson Company's '90s series Brats of the Lost Nebula). He played Randy again in A Christmas Story Christmas.

What happened to Randy from the Christmas story?

Ian Petrella (Randy Parker)

Ian Petrella played Randy Parker in the A Christmas Story. At the ripe old age of 3, Petrella started acting. Since A Christmas Story, he's made one-off appearances here and there—on Different Strokes, Who's the Boss?, Beverly Hills, 90210 and Mr. President to name a few.

Was Randy from A Christmas Story autistic?

Ralphie and Randy are relatable to autistic kids and adults because they have quite a few traits in common with us. No, I am absolutely not saying that these beloved Christmas characters can be diagnosed as autistic.

How old was the mom in A Christmas Story?

Dillon also earned Oscar nominations for her work in Close Encounters of the Third Kind and Absence of Malice.

Where was A Christmas Story set?

A Christmas Story Locations

Set in Homan, Indiana, Hammond, Indiana, where Shepherd grew up, inspired the fictional location. The town's name also borrows from Hohman Avenue which is one of the major streets found in the Lake County city.