
Santa Claus: The Movie
You'd better watch out! This year he REALLY IS coming to town.
In ancient times, a man named Claus, who delivers toys in his small village, fulfils his destiny to become Santa Claus after meeting an expert toy-making elf, Patch, in the North Pole. In the present day, Santa Claus has become overwhelmed by his workload, and the disgruntled Patch flees the workshop to New York City. There, Patch unknowingly threatens the fate of Christmas by taking a job at a failing toy company run by a scheming businessman.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Santa Claus: The Movie
- Genres: Family, Fantasy, Adventure
- Release Date: 1985-10-29
- Runtime: 108 minutes
- Rating: 6.3/10 (268 votes)
- Budget: $50,000,000
- Revenue: $23,717,291
- Production Companies: TriStar Pictures, Calash Corporation, GGG, Santa Claus Ltd.
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.2636
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Dudley Moore
as Patch

John Lithgow
as B.Z.

David Huddleston
as Santa Claus

Burgess Meredith
as Ancient Elf

Judy Cornwell
as Anya Claus

Jeffrey Kramer
as Towzer

Christian Fitzpatrick
as Joe

Carrie Kei Heim
as Cornelia

John Barrard
as Dooley

Anthony O'Donnell
as Puffy
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Trailers & Clips
4K Restoration Trailer
Joe Meets the Real Santa Claus
The Secret Ingredient
Santa Saves the Day
Welcome to the North Pole!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Claus: The Movie?▼
Santa Claus: The Movie is a Family, Fantasy, Adventure movie directed by . It was released on 1985-10-29.
Who are the main actors in Santa Claus: The Movie?▼
The main cast includes Dudley Moore, John Lithgow, David Huddleston, Burgess Meredith, Judy Cornwell, .
Where can I watch Santa Claus: The Movie online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Santa Claus: The Movie is available.
Is Santa Claus: The Movie based on a true story?▼
You'd better watch out! This year he REALLY IS coming to town.
What is the IMDb rating of Santa Claus: The Movie?▼
Santa Claus: The Movie has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 based on 268 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Santa Claus: The Movie?▼
The movie had a production budget of $50,000,000 and earned $23,717,291 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Santa Claus: The Movie?▼
The soundtrack was composed by TriStar Pictures, Calash Corporation, GGG, Santa Claus Ltd.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Santa Claus: The Movie filmed?▼
Santa Claus: The Movie was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Santa Claus: The Movie?▼
The total runtime of Santa Claus: The Movie is 108 minutes.
Is Santa Claus: The Movie suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Santa Claus: The Movie?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Santa Claus: The Movie.
Does Santa Claus: The Movie have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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