Netflix is bringing us a new reimagining of the classic Charles Dickens story for the holiday season this year. On Dec. 2, the streamer will release Scrooge: A Christmas Carol, an animated movie based on the iconic tale that has served as inspiration for many, many other films over the years. To get a sneak peek at this new version at Netflix, you can watch the brand new trailer below, featuring Luke Evans (Pinocchio) as the voice of Ebeneezer Scrooge.

The animated holiday film is directed by Stephen Donnelly. Ralph Kamp produced with Leslie Bricusse and Andrew Pearce, while Rebecca Kamp and Gareth Kamp co-produced.

The film features the voices of Luke Evans (Scrooge), Olivia Colman (Past), Jessie Buckley (Isabel Fezziwig), Johnny Flynn (Bob Cratchit), Fra Fee (Harry Huffam), Giles Terera (Tom Jenkins), Trevor Dion Nicholas (Present), James Cosmo (Mr. Fezziwig), and Jonathan Pryce (Jacob Marley).

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The official synopsis for Scrooge: A Christmas Carol reads:

Scrooge: A Christmas Carol Will Seem Familiar But Different

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At this stage, it would be an immense challenge for any filmmaker to reimagine a story that’s been told so many times in different projects throughout the years. Scrooge: A Christmas Carol director Stephen Donnelly has promised that there will be more than enough surprises to keep viewers engaged, even if some elements seem a bit familiar. Donnelly is satisfied with the result and hopes fans will be as well, which could end up with Scrooge: A Christmas Carol becoming a new holiday classic that’s regularly watched every holiday season for years to come.

“It’s been a fascinating challenge to adapt such a beloved and often-told story,” Donnelly said. “I think this version will give those who know A Christmas Carol all the things they expect, but not as they’ve experienced them before. There are more than enough psychedelic, time-traveling, and musical surprises to keep those familiar with the story on the edge of their seats, while the authentic essence of Dickens has been retained for those coming completely fresh to the classic tale. I can’t wait to share this new version of A Christmas Carol with the world and sincerely hope audiences embrace it this year and for many to come.”

Scrooge: A Christmas Carol will start streaming on Netflix on Dec. 2, 2022. You can watch it on the app as well as at Netflix.com.