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Elf

Elf

This holiday, discover your inner elf.

When young Buddy falls into Santa's gift sack on Christmas Eve, he's transported back to the North Pole and raised as a toy-making elf by Santa's helpers. But as he grows into adulthood, he can't shake the nagging feeling that he doesn't belong. Buddy vows to visit Manhattan and find his real dad, a workaholic.

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Elf
  • Genres: Comedy, Family, Fantasy
  • Release Date: 2003-11-07
  • Runtime: 97 minutes
  • Rating: 6.659/10 (4328 votes)
  • Budget: $32,000,000
  • Revenue: $228,500,000
  • Production Companies: New Line Cinema, Guy Walks into a Bar Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 12.7464
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Will Ferrell

Will Ferrell

as Buddy

James Caan

James Caan

as Walter

Bob Newhart

Bob Newhart

as Papa Elf

Ed Asner

Ed Asner

as Santa

Mary Steenburgen

Mary Steenburgen

as Emily

Zooey Deschanel

Zooey Deschanel

as Jovie

Daniel Tay

Daniel Tay

as Michael

Faizon Love

Faizon Love

as Gimbels Manager

Peter Dinklage

Peter Dinklage

as Miles Finch

Amy Sedaris

Amy Sedaris

as Deb

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Trailers & Clips

Meet Buddy The Elf - Full Movie Preview

Buddy The Elf Helps Santa

Buddy the Elf Exposes Santa

Buddy Accidentally Insults His Dad’s Boss

Buddy Calls Santa a Liar

External Links

Keywords

elvesdwarfholidayadoptionsanta claussarcasmlooking for birth parentsromancefish out of waterorphannorth polechristmas spiritchristmasworkshopfather son relationshiphilariouswhimsicalcheerful

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elf?

Elf is a Comedy, Family, Fantasy movie directed by . It was released on 2003-11-07.

Who are the main actors in Elf?

The main cast includes Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart, Ed Asner, Mary Steenburgen, .

Where can I watch Elf online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Elf is available.

Is Elf based on a true story?

This holiday, discover your inner elf.

What is the IMDb rating of Elf?

Elf has an IMDb rating of 6.659/10 based on 4328 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Elf?

The movie had a production budget of $32,000,000 and earned $228,500,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Elf?

The soundtrack was composed by New Line Cinema, Guy Walks into a Bar Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Elf filmed?

Elf was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Elf?

The total runtime of Elf is 97 minutes.

Is Elf suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Elf?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Elf.

Does Elf have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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