What happened to Peter Billingsley and his costars following the 1983 classic's release.
Break out the fudge and the provocative lamp: It's time for our annual check-in with the Parkers. Since its release in 1983, A Christmas Story has turned into a family tradition, one of the essential films to watch around the holiday season. Capturing the nostalgic glow of childhood wonder and hijinks, the film -- about an adult Ralphie looking back on one chaotic Christmas in 1940 -- hits the sweet spot for viewers of all ages.
While most of the Christmas Story cast are primarily recognized for their roles in the film, each has led a wildly different career during the past four-plus decades. From Peter Billingsley to Ian Petrella and everyone in between, we're looking at where the cast of A Christmas Story is now.
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