Want Christmas to come in October? On October 2, 2007, Warner Home Video will release The Year Without a Santa Claus (Deluxe Edition) on DVD. The Christmas stop-motion animation classic will feature two exclusive featurettes for longtime fans of the children’s fable, and will be available for the MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) of $19.97.
From the press release, here’s the two bonus features on the The Year Without a Santa Claus (Deluxe Edition) DVD:
We are Santa’s Elves - A documentary focusing on the legacy of Arthur Rankin Jr. and Jules Bass of Rankin/Bass Productions, Inc. the production company known for creating several, memorable seasonal television specials.
School of Stop Motion - Presents the Chiodo Brothers, modern day masters of stop motion animation as they introduce viewers to their studio and also to their craft via a by-step demonstration aimed at young people.