A family history Christmas gift, delivered by December 20
If you want a Christmas gift for parents or grandparents that is about the family itself, an animated family-history film is one the whole room can watch together. Forebear Films researches your ancestors from genealogical records, writes a script you approve, and animates it with an original score. Order by November 30, 2026 and it is delivered by December 20, from $599 at Black Friday prices.
Why a film works on Christmas Day
Books and charts are usually opened by one person. A film can be played on the TV after dinner, and every film includes a private share link and a 1080p download so relatives far away can watch too.
Timeline for this Christmas
- Message us by November 30, 2026 with who the film is about.
- We research the records and send a sourced fact sheet.
- You approve the script.
- We animate in one of 25 styles and deliver by December 20.
Packages
- Keepsake, about 5 min: $599 (reg. $750)
- Chapter, about 10 min: $1,599 (reg. $2,000)
- Feature, about 20 min: $3,999 (reg. $5,000)
Black Friday prices
Keepsake (about 5 min) $599, was $750. Chapter (about 10 min) $1,599, was $2,000. Feature (about 20 min) $3,999, was $5,000. Orders through November 30, 2026; every film delivered by December 20.
Questions
- What is a unique Christmas gift for parents about family history?
- A gift that tells a story from the family's own past, such as an animated film of an ancestor's life built from records like censuses, vital records and immigration documents.
- What is the last day to order for Christmas?
- November 30, 2026. Every film ordered by then is delivered by December 20, 2026.
- What do I need to provide?
- Who the film is about with birth and death years, FamilySearch IDs if you have them, 3 to 10 photos, a few family stories in your own words, and your deadline.
- Can I give it as a surprise?
- Yes. You work with us directly, and the film arrives as a private link and download you can share when you choose.
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