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Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey
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Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey

1977-12-03 · 25 min · ★ 6.0

Animation · Family · Drama

Nestor the donkey is a bit of an oddity--his long ears are enough for six donkeys and stretch all the way to the ground. One night, when Nestor is locked out in the cold, he begins to wander the desert.

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Directors
Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr.
Production companies
Rankin/Bass Productions
Countries
United States of America, Japan
Status
Released

Top Cast

Roger MillerRoger MillerSpeiltoe / Narrator (voice)
Eric SternNestor (voice)
Paul FreesPaul FreesSanta Claus / Olaf / Donkey Dealer (voice)
Brenda VaccaroBrenda VaccaroTilly (voice)
Linda GaryLinda GaryNestor's Mother (voice)
Don MessickDon MessickRoman Soldier (voice)
Iris RainerIris RainerYoung Donkeys (voice)
Shelly HinesYoung Donkeys (voice)

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