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Santa Claus: The Movie

“You'd better watch out! This year he REALLY IS coming to town.”

★ 6.3(289)19851h 48m

Santa Claus: The Movie is streaming on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and YouTube. Availability checked 25 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Jeannot Szwarc
Release date: 1985-10-29
Runtime: 1h 48m
Language: English
Box office: $23,717,291
Budget: $50,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Calash Corporation

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About Santa Claus: The Movie

Santa Claus: The Movie is a 1985 movie in the Family, Fantasy and Adventure genres, directed by Jeannot Szwarc, starring Dudley Moore, John Lithgow and David Huddleston. It has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 289 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Santa Claus: The Movie in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Dudley Moore

Patch

John Lithgow

B.Z.

David Huddleston

Santa Claus

Burgess Meredith

Ancient Elf

Judy Cornwell

Anya Claus

Jeffrey Kramer

Towzer

Christian Fitzpatrick

Joe

Carrie Kei Heim

Cornelia

John Barrard

Dooley

Anthony O'Donnell

Puffy

Melvyn Hayes

Goober

Don Estelle

Groot

Themes & keywords

holidaysanta clauschristmaschristmas eveelf

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Santa Claus: The Movie in United Kingdom?+

In United Kingdom, you can stream Santa Claus: The Movie on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and YouTube.

Is Santa Claus: The Movie on Netflix?+

Santa Claus: The Movie is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now, but you can stream it on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel.

How long is Santa Claus: The Movie?+

Santa Claus: The Movie has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).

Who stars in Santa Claus: The Movie?+

Santa Claus: The Movie stars Dudley Moore, John Lithgow, David Huddleston, Burgess Meredith and Judy Cornwell.

When did Santa Claus: The Movie come out?+

Santa Claus: The Movie is a 1985 movie directed by Jeannot Szwarc.

What genre is Santa Claus: The Movie?+

Santa Claus: The Movie is Family, Fantasy and Adventure film.

Who directed Santa Claus: The Movie?+

Santa Claus: The Movie was directed by Jeannot Szwarc.