The Voices of 'The Nightmare Before Christmas': Where Is the Cast 32 Years Later?
32 years after its 1993 release, find out what the voice cast of 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'—including Chris Sarandon, Danny Elfman, and Catherine O'Hara—is up to now.
It’s been 32 years since Henry Selick's stop-motion classic, 'The Nightmare Before Christmas', first haunted cinemas in 1993. Inspired by a poem from , the film's tale of Halloween Town's Pumpkin King, , and his quest to understand Christmas has become an enduring holiday staple. But what about the talented actors who brought these beloved, macabre characters to life? Let's catch up with the voices behind the magic.
provided the speaking voice for the charismatic Pumpkin King. "A lot of young people come up to me and say, ‘This was a movie that made me feel like I belonged,’" the actor told PEOPLE in 2023. An accomplished actor long before Halloween Town, Sarandon earned an for 1975's 'Dog Day Afternoon' and starred in genre classics like 'Fright Night' (1985) and 'The Princess Bride' (1987). He currently hosts the podcast 'Cooking By Heart with Chris Sarandon'.
While Sarandon handled the dialogue, it was legendary composer who provided Jack's singing voice and, crucially, composed the film's iconic score. A frequent collaborator of Burton's, Elfman's work includes 'Sleepy Hollow' (), 'Big Fish' (2003), and the recent hit 'Wednesday' (2022–present). His prolific career has earned him , .
The voice of the lovelorn rag-doll psychic, Sally, was provided by , who also performed the film's beloved 'Sally’s Song'. Already a star from 'Beetlejuice' (1988) and 'Home Alone' (1990), O'Hara has enjoyed a massive career resurgence, winning an Emmy and a Golden Globe for her role as Moira Rose in 'Schitt’s Creek' (2015–2020). Her career continues to thrive; this year alone she appeared in 'The Last of Us' and 'The Studio'.
The enduring fame of 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' cast highlights how voice acting can create a legacy as powerful as any on-screen role. Decades later, fans instantly recognize the voices of Jack and Sally, proving that a unique vocal performance tied to an iconic character can forge a timeless connection that transcends generations.
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