Review of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) by Randall J — 20 Feb 2009

I remember loving this as a kid, but it's been a long time...

This review of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) was written by Randall J on 20 Feb 2009.

Santa Claus: The Movie has generally received positive reviews.

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

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By Linda M (501) on 25 Aug 2012

I remember being in awe of this movie, especially when seeing the glorious red sleigh - Later in life I saw this movie and felt quite dissappointed…

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By Lindsay W (291) on 25 Dec 2014

My favorite Christmas film from childhood. Perhaps it doesn't hold up as well now, but it has the definitive Santa and Santa folklore…

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By Ryan O (407) on 28 Jan 2017

Best Christmas film ever made, nothing can come close to this classic! still makes me want to believe in Santa Claus lol…

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By Johnny R (726) on 24 Dec 2013

Loved this movie growing up seeing it on bluray for the first time.looked great but kinda wish I was in to it like I use to be. just a blah ending…

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By Sara C (315) on 18 Jan 2012

David Huddleston is probably the best Santa Claus in Hollywood history. He is what makes the movie worth seeing…

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