Discover 10 surprising facts about White Christmas, the iconic holiday classic that lights up our screens every year with timeless charm and festive cheer!
White Christmas stars the legendary Bing Crosby, the charming Danny Kaye, the stunning Rosemary Clooney, and the elegant Vera-Ellen. The film treats viewers to jaw-dropping dance sequences and unforgettable songs (yes, we hum them all year long) and weaves a heartwarming story of friendship, love, and loyalty.
The film follows two Army buddies, Bob Wallace and Phil Davis, who become a famous song-and-dance duo. They team up with the Haynes sisters to save the failing Columbia Inn in Vermont, owned by their beloved former General Waverly, bringing music, romance, and holiday cheer!
There’s so much more to this holiday classic than meets the eye. Want to discover some fun behind-the-scenes tidbits? Below are 10 fascinating facts you might not know!
- Released in 1954, it was the top-grossing movie of the year.
- It was a loose remake of Holiday Inn (1942), which also featured the song “White Christmas.”
- It was Paramount’s first film released in VistaVision, a high-resolution widescreen format.
- Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye weren’t the original choices; Fred Astaire and Donald O’Connor were first approached.
- The famous “Sisters” scene with Crosby and Kaye was largely improvised and unscripted.
- Edith Head, an iconic costume designer, created the movie’s dazzling wardrobe.
- Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” was already a hit before the movie and remains a holiday classic.
- The Vermont lodge housekeeper, played by Mary Wickes, became a fan favourite.
- Rosemary Clooney and Bing Crosby had worked together before, making their on-screen rapport authentic.
- Oddly, much of the filming took place during a sweltering summer!
Well if that hasn’t put you in the mood to grab a mulled wine and watch the movie we don’t know what will.
