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Plot: The first half of this film, set hundreds of years ago, shows how the old man who eventually became Santa Claus was given immortality and chosen to deliver toys to all the children of the world. The s...( read more read more... )econd half moves into the modern era, in which Patch, the head elf, strikes out on his own and falls in with an evil toy manufacturer who wants to corner the market and eliminate Santa Claus.

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  • Want To See
    MCT:
    February 23, 2008
    This is one of those 'so bad, it's just plain awful bad' movies that for some reason I feel like I need to see.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    February 7, 2008
    The first will always be a classic and my favorite. I love the interaction between scott calvin and the kids. I also love the elves in this movie and there are some hilarious quotes.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    January 27, 2008
    I seen this when i was 6 and it still reminds me back to that christmas eve. Looking outside for Tim Allen to come see me :)
  • 2.5 Stars
    MCT:
    January 5, 2008
    i thought it was a good chritsmas movie not the best christmas movie ive ever seen but still does the job in keeping you in the festive spirit
  • 2.0 Stars
    MCT:
    December 16, 2007
    From Jeannot Szwarc, the not-so-talented director who brought you such mediocre movies as Bug, Supergirl, and Jaws 2 comes this forgettable holiday film.
    Dudley Moore and John Lithgow obviously needed cash when they starred in this film, which for both actors was a low point in their respective careers.
    My advice? Don't waste your time.
  • 3.0 Stars
    MCT:
    December 3, 2007
    Christmas is approaching so watching films like this is a must to get you into the Christmas spirit. I used to watch this every year when I was younger. I wouldn't say it was my favorite Christmas films but it is pretty good and fun to watch. It always felt like a really old film to me when I was younger and I only just found out that it was made in the 80's. Certainly didn't feel like that when I was watching it. Anyway, it's a decent family film and definatly worth at least one watch.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    November 28, 2007
    I LOVE this film. It just makes you feel all christmasy, i watch it every year and love it more each time i watch it!
  • 3.0 Stars
    MCT:
    November 27, 2007
    I remember watching this in primary five years and years ago XD Everyone found it cool that McDonalds was in it :/ strange kids that we were...
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    November 17, 2007
    Great Christmas film, cheesy in parts, but overal it's a harmless film to get you in the holiday spirit.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    November 13, 2007
    pure, and clean the ultimate in christmas kids movies, so this adn muppet christmas carol should be on they watch list!
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    September 9, 2007
    This is the most realistic Santa story you will ever see...it's 100% better than any of Tim
    Allen's santa movies.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    September 7, 2007
    Yeah....I kind of remembered seeing "Santa Claus - The Movie" only one time on TV around six years ago. I knew this was about Santa Claus himself, that's all. I should make a second viewing someday!
  • 1.5 Stars
    MCT:
    August 17, 2007
    It wasn't a magical Christmas movie. You'd expect from the folks who brought us the Superman films, something called "Santa Claus - The Movie" would be truly amazing. But it was a dismal bore. Santa had no personality. Dudley was good as the bad Elf. There was no magic here.
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    July 20, 2007
    When this first came out, I wanted so badly to visit Santa at the north pole....then my brother told me he didn't exist. Yep....that brother of mine is still up for auction.
  • 2.5 Stars
    MCT:
    June 28, 2007
    Was great when i was a kid...as i got older... WTF is going on in this flick!!! People die!... Merry Chistmas!!
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 15, 2007
    A cute and campy look into the Magical World Of Claus! The acting is not Oscar material, but the family will love the sweet story and holiday visuals!
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 6, 2007
    David Huddleston bought our country house when I was four, so I have always loved and slightly resented this movie (since I thought it was cool that Santa Clause bought my house but also didn't understand why we had to give up the house).
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    April 21, 2007
    omg one of my favourite christmas movies!! makes me feel rele excited, and i used to get excited as a kid cz it showed mcdonalds lmaoo
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    March 16, 2007
    the only christmas movie I can tolerate.. my reason being that the red haired girl was another one I had a crush on when I was a kid.. (come on I think she's a couple of years older than me).. and dudley moore is funny..
  • 2.5 Stars
    MCT:
    February 6, 2007
    I saw this as a kid and have always liked it. It doesn't take itself too serious and thats what makes it a fun watch.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    January 15, 2007
    My wife's uncle is an elf in this film so dont pee me off or i will tell him to tell santa you have been bad lol
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    December 25, 2006
    One of the all time great Christmas classics. The story is epic, magical, funny, and heartwarming. John Lithgow is a great villain, Dudley Moore is charming and this is the guy I picture when I imagine the real Santa.

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  • honeymummy7
    this is a top festive feelgood family movie a must see and def one to own
    posted 321 days ago

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  • Rated: (PG)
  • Directed by: Jeannot Szwarc
  • Genres: Kids & Family
  • Released: June 1, 1985
  • DVD Released: October 4, 2005

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