If I was married to Scott Calvin, I would also divorce him, get a bob and bangs, and marry a therapist. Probably.
The Santa Clause
This Christmas, the snow hits the fan.
Rating
4.0 (1)
Release Date
11/11/1994Runtime
97 minsOverview
On Christmas Eve, divorced dad Scott Calvin and his son discover Santa Claus has fallen off their roof. When Scott takes the reins of the magical sleigh, he finds he is now the new Santa, and must convince a world of disbelievers, including himself.
How It Feels
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A warm, funny fantasy where an ordinary divorced dad accidentally becomes Santa Claus and discovers unexpected magic in both the role and his relationship with his son. It's Christmas wish-fulfillment wrapped in genuine heart and comedy.
Mood
WhimsicalJoyful
Themes
FamilyRedemptionComing of ageLove
Tone
Playful
Pacing
Brisk
Look
NaturalisticStylized genre
Structure
Linear
Heads up
Child endangerment
Reviews
The first time Scott Calvin shows up in the North Pole, the elves just keep on smiling and living it up. They are completely unphased that Santa died. They have lived through so many Santas that he's like a goldfish they won at a carnival.
The Santa Clause Collection
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