A Christmas Story film series encompasses a beloved collection of holiday-themed movies centered around the Parker family and their hilarious misadventures during the Christmas season. The series originated with the iconic 1983 film “A Christmas Story,” directed by Bob Clark and based on the semi-autobiographical works of humorist Jean Shepherd.
The original film, set in the 1940s, follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker as he navigates the ups and downs of the holiday season, desperately yearning for a Red Ryder BB gun as his Christmas gift. The film’s heartwarming nostalgia, memorable characters, and quotable lines have made it a perennial holiday favorite, spawning several sequels and spin-offs.