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The Little Drummer Boy (1968)

“His gift was his song.”

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Plot

In the heart-stirring animated tale, "The Little Drummer Boy" (1968), young Aaron's world takes a tragic turn when his family is ruthlessly taken from him. Consumed by hatred for mankind, Aaron seeks solace in the company of his three unlikely friends: the tender-hearted lamb Baabaa, the steadfast donkey Samson, and the wise camel Joshua. Their tranquil existence is disrupted when a cunning travelling performer beguiles them into his troupe, only to betray them by selling Joshua to a band of kings. Guided by the luminous star, Aaron embarks on a poignant journey to retrieve Joshua, only to face another heartache when Baabaa is gravely injured. In the midst of his despair, he learns of a newborn babe in a manger. With no gifts to offer but his drum, Aaron must confront his deep-seated animosity towards humanity and muster the courage to approach the infant Jesus, unknowing of the profound impact his humble drum will have during this divine birth. "The Little Drummer Boy" is a tale of redemption, forgiveness, and the transformative power of music, encapsulating the true spirit of Christmas in an enchanting blend of adventure and heart-touching drama.

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The Little Drummer Boy is an animation movie featuring Ted Eccles.

It is possible to buy The Little Drummer Boy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, DIRECTV, Google Play Movies, Microsoft Store, Vudu and YouTube.