Review of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) by Kelly B — 24 Jan 2009

I watched this movie over and over when I was a kid.

This review of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) was written by Kelly B on 24 Jan 2009.

Santa Claus: The Movie has generally received positive reviews.

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By Claire T (1,124) on 18 Nov 2012

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By Ian M (1,478) on 25 Dec 2013

I give it full stars for the happiness I got from this movie as a kid. This is the perfect children's movie for any child at all…

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By Matt Brunson (2,422) for Film Frenzy (85) on 29 Dec 2018

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By David W (2,010) on 04 Nov 2017

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By Cam E (86) on 01 Aug 2015

I am not the biggest fan of this film…

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By Laura G (369) on 25 Nov 2018

There are several plot holes, however it is still one of my favourite Christmas Movies…

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By Steve G (1,301) on 31 Oct 2016

This is the best Santa Claus film I have ever seen. If any film can make you believe in Santa, then this is it…

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By Carlos I (1,309) on 02 Jan 2016

Extremely boring and unimaginative.Lacks the Christmas magic.Totally and extremely forgettable…

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