Freddie the Freeloader's #christmas Dinner #christmasmovies #80s #merrychristmas

Freddie the Freeloader's Christmas Dinner is an HBO TV special that premiered on December 13, 1981. The Freddie the Freeloader character was created by Red Skelton and inspired by his father, who had once been a clown in the circus. Richard “Red” Skelton was a comedic entertainer best known for his radio and television shows between 1937 and 1971. The premise of the show is Freddie trying to scrape together money and enjoy a Christmas dinner at a fancy New York restaurant with his friend Professor Humperdo (Vincent Price). Along the way to dinner, they encounter a lost dog, bag lady Molly (Imogene Coca), and entertain some children at a hospital. The special includes some of Skelton’s famous miming. Skelton also sings songs "Christmas Comes But Once a Year" and "I Believe." ENJOY!