Performances of favorite Christmas songs from stars such as Bing Crosby, Johnny Mathis, Connie Francis, Count Basie, the Supremes, and Mahalia Jackson, all taken from the archives of Ed Sullivan's long-running variety series, capture the warmth and joy of the holiday season. Segments with Alvin and the Chipmunks, Rich Little, and the Muppets add a touch of Christmas comedy.