The Nightmare Before Christmas Original Pome | Tim Burton Intro | Christopher Lee Narrator

Before The Nightmare Before Christmas became a beloved holiday film, Tim Burton wrote a poem that started it all. Created during his time as a Disney animator, this poem captured the dark whimsy that would later define the movie.

Narrated by Christopher Lee

Christopher Lee’s narration brings the original poem to life with haunting elegance. Lee’s deep, resonant voice perfectly complements Burton’s imaginative storytelling, making the poem a must-listen for fans.

From Poem to Storybook

Following its popularity, the poem was adapted into a children’s storybook. This adaptation maintained the original charm while offering readers a new way to experience Jack Skellington’s tale via Tim Burton’s Nightmare Poem.