Movie

Fred Claus

“Everybody has that one relative who can't help but cause problems over the holidays. Even Santa.”

★ 5.9(916)20071h 55m

Fred Claus is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube and Amazon Video in Canada. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 18 June 2026.

Where to watch Fred Claus

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Good to know

Director: David Dobkin
Release date: 2007-11-09
Runtime: 1h 55m
Language: English
Box office: $97,800,000
Budget: $100,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Jessie Nelson Productions

Fred Claus — trailer

About Fred Claus

Fred Claus is a 2007 movie in the Action, Comedy and Drama genres, directed by David Dobkin, starring Vince Vaughn, Paul Giamatti and John Michael Higgins. It has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 916 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Fred Claus in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Fred Claus and Santa Claus have been estranged brothers for many years. Now Fred must reconcile his differences with his brother whom he believes overshadows him. When an efficiency expert assesses the workings at the North Pole and threatens to shut Santa down, Fred must help his brother to save Christmas.

Cast

Vince Vaughn

Fred Claus

Paul Giamatti

Nick (Santa) Claus

John Michael Higgins

Willie

Miranda Richardson

Annette Claus

Rachel Weisz

Wanda Blinkowski

Kathy Bates

Mother Claus

Trevor Peacock

Papa Claus

Ludacris

DJ Donnie

Elizabeth Banks

Charlene

Jeremy Swift

Bob Elf

Elizabeth Berrington

Linda Elf

Kevin Spacey

Clyde Archibald Northcutt

Themes & keywords

sleighsibling relationshipelvesholidaybrothersanta clausearthreindeersnownorth polechristmasbrothers

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Fred Claus in Canada?+

In Canada, Fred Claus is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Fred Claus on Netflix?+

Fred Claus is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Fred Claus?+

Fred Claus has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

Who stars in Fred Claus?+

Fred Claus stars Vince Vaughn, Paul Giamatti, John Michael Higgins, Miranda Richardson and Rachel Weisz.

When did Fred Claus come out?+

Fred Claus is a 2007 movie directed by David Dobkin.

What genre is Fred Claus?+

Fred Claus is Action, Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Fred Claus?+

Fred Claus was directed by David Dobkin.