The Perry Como Christmas Show

The Perry Como Christmas Show

1974 · 45 min · ★ 6.5 · Comedy, Family, Music

The first of Perry Como's Christmas specials includes appearances by Rich Little and figure skater Peggy Fleming as well as performances by the Carpenters and by Perry Como himself. Also featured a reenactment of the Birth of Jesus Christ.

Directed by Nick Vanoff · Written by John Aylesworth

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