a christmas story when did it come out

Christmas Story is a timeless classic, released in 1983. It was adapted from the book "In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash" by author Jean Shepherd. The movie follows the misadventures of Ralphie Parker, a 9-year-old boy in 1940s Indiana who desperately wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. With its memorable characters, iconic dialogue, and heartwarming story, it has become an annual viewing tradition for many families around the world.