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When and Where is ‘A Christmas Story’ on TV? How to Watch (2022)

A Christmas Story is one of the most beloved holiday movies ever: From Ralphie’s adorable glasses to the infamous Battle of the Lamp, the frozen flagpole, and the timeless snowsuits, you’ll never be short of laughter upon tuning in to the Christmas classic. If you want to watch it more than Ralphie wanted a Red Ryder Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model air rifle, you’re in luck. You don’t even need a decoder pin to tune in: Here’s exactly when, where and how to watch A Christmas Story on TV or streaming online in 2022. We triple-dog-dare you not to crack up!

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When is A Christmas Story airing on TV?

A Christmas Story airs on TV on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. This year, you can also view it on the following dates and times:

Saturday, Dec. 37 p.m. and 9 p.m. ET/PT on TBS

 Friday, Dec. 99 p.m. and 11 p.m. ET/PT on TNT

Sunday, Dec. 119 p.m. ET/PT on TBS

 Thursday, Dec. 155:30 p.m. ET/PT on TNT

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How long is A Christmas Story?

A Christmas Story is 94 minutes long (an hour and 34 minutes).

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What channel airs A Christmas Story for 24 hours on Christmas Day?

A Christmas Story doesn’t (yet!) air for 24 hours on Christmas Day, but a 24-hour marathon of the film begins Christmas Eve and ends Christmas Day on TBS and TNT.

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Where can I watch A Christmas Story?

On Christmas Eve at 8 p.m., TBS will begin airing its annual 24 hours of A Christmas Story, playing the film 12 consecutive times until 8 p.m. on Christmas Day. TNT will also air the film for 24 hours from 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve until 9 p.m. on Christmas Day.

You can also watch A Christmas Story on TBS and TNT at other times throughout December. These are:

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Saturday, Dec. 37 p.m. and 9 p.m. ET/PT on TBS

Friday, Dec. 99 p.m. and 11 p.m. ET/PT on TNT

Sunday, Dec. 119 p.m. ET/PT on TBS

Thursday, Dec. 155:30 p.m. ET/PT on TNT

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Is A Christmas Story available on Netflix?

A Christmas Story is not currently available to stream on Netflix.

Is A Christmas Story on Netflix or Amazon Prime?

A Christmas Story isn’t on Netflix or included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription, but you can rent it from Amazon Prime for $3.99.

Is A Christmas Story on Disney Plus?

A Christmas Story isn’t currently streaming on Disney+ or Hulu.

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Can I rent A Christmas Story?

You can rent A Christmas Story from Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Google Play, Vudu and YouTube for $3.99.

Which streaming service has A Christmas Story?

A Christmas Story is available for streaming on HBO Max.

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Where can I buy A Christmas Story?

You can purchase a DVD or Blu-ray of A Christmas Story from Amazon and other major retailers.

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