Watching The Snowman is a cherished Christmas tradition for many. Raymond Briggs’ tale of a boy who builds a snowman that magically comes to life and takes him on a journey to meet Santa Claus is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed since its release in 1982.
In 2012, a sequel titled The Snowman and the Snowdog was released, continuing the heartwarming story. In this enchanting short film, a new boy moves into the house where the original snowman was built. Discovering a photo of the snowman, the boy decides to build him again, along with a snow dog. Together, they embark on a magical adventure to visit Santa.
If you’re looking to have a family movie night featuring both films, here’s how you can watch The Snowman and The Snowman and the Snowdog online, on TV, or on any mobile device for free.
Fun fact: Aled Jones, who sang ‘Walking in the Air’, a song featured in The Snowman, did not actually sing in the film. His singing career took off in 1985, after the film’s release.
While Channel 4 typically broadcasts these films during the Christmas season, their online TV guide only goes up to December 16th at the moment. However, there are other ways to enjoy these beloved movies at your convenience.
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Stream The Snowman & The Snowman and the Snowdog online
Fortunately, Channel 4 offers both The Snowman & The Snowman and the Snowdog for free (with ads, unless you opt for Channel 4+ at £3.99 a month/£39.99 per year to enjoy ad-free viewing – there’s a 14-day free trial available).
If you’re abroad and want to watch Channel 4, using a VPN (virtual private network) is the best solution to bypass location restrictions. This also allows you to watch new episodes of shows like Bake Off from anywhere without delays.
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Neither film is included in Netflix, Now TV, or Amazon Prime Video subscriptions, nor available for rent on Prime. Netflix does offer a different film titled The Snowman, a crime thriller starring Michael Fassbender.
Buy The Snowman & The Snowman and the Snowdog digitally
If you wish to own the films, The Snowman and the Snowdog can be purchased in HD from Sky Store for £5.99. For a better deal, consider the Christmas Classics collection on Sky Store, which includes The Snowman, The Snowman and the Snowdog, and Raymond Briggs’ Father Christmas in HD for £4.99 (originally £8.99).
Apple TV users can buy The Snowman and the Snowdog for £4.99.
Buy The Snowman & The Snowman and the Snowdog on DVD
If you prefer physical copies, you can purchase a DVD containing both films for just £6.89. It makes a great Christmas gift or a timeless addition to your movie collection. Find The Snowman films on Amazon.
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