Review of Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town (1970) by Casey B — 11 Sep 2018

This was my favorite Christmas movie when I was a kid.

This review of Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town (1970) was written by Casey B on 11 Sep 2018.

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Sophie B (427) on 21 Mar 2012

A definite childhood favorite as a child I loved this classical Christmas tale and I still do now! Perfect holiday film…

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By Ryan S (2,401) on 07 Dec 2018

Santa Claus is Comin' to Town has a truly genuine feeling of warm-hearted goodness that comes from the cheap, but still creative animation,…

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By Corey W (745) on 24 Dec 2013

This one just doesn't live up to the standards I've come to expect from Rankin-Bass, in terms of both characters and songs…

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By Robert H (1,967) on 29 Dec 2013

One of the great Rankin/Bass Christmas specials with great songs, memorable characters, good voice work, and a solid story about the origins…

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By Trent B (184) on 20 Mar 2013

This is a magical classic, narrated by the incomparable Fred Astaire. A must-own holiday movie for all to enjoy…

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By Rich S (214) on 28 Nov 2011

I can't even handle this amazingness! Come on! People who gave it low ratings, really…

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