Gilligan's Island's lone holiday outing packs an unexpected emotional punch for fans of the classic sitcom.
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The 1964 Christmas episode, titled 'The Christmas Story,' was the only time the castaways celebrated the holidays during the show's 3-season run.
Despite the show's usual wacky hijinks, the episode took a more heartwarming turn, exploring the castaways' longing for home and families they left behind.