The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus

2000 1h 16m EN

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7.1

SOLID

★7.1TMDB · 46

AnimationFamily

Synopsis

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Based on the popular book by L. Frank Baum, the beloved author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, comes the incredible story of The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus. Many centuries ago, long before toys had even been invented, a baby abandoned at the edge of an enchanted forest was adopted and raised by a beautiful wood nymph, thus beginning the life story of Santa Claus. From his first truly magical childhood through the discovery of his life's work of making children happy, discover the origin of every tradition surrounding Santa Claus, from toys, stockings and lighted trees to reindeer and sleigh. Journey back to a time of magic and wonder, and experience this heartwarming tale that will bring joy each holiday season.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Robby Benson
Young Santa Claus (voice)
Dixie Carter
Necile (voice)
Hal Holbrook
Ak - Master Woodsman of the World (voice)
Carlos Alazraqui
Wisk / Wil Knook (voice) (as Carlos Alazaraqui)
Jim Cummings
Old Santa Claus / Thog / Additional Voices (voice)
Mary Kay Bergman
Martha / Nymph (voice)
Melissa Disney
Gardenia / Megan / Village Girl (voice)
Jess Harnell
Wagif Knook / Giant / Additional Voices (voice)

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Glen Hill
Writers: Hank Saroyan
Languages: English

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RUNTIME

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Tight 76-minute runtime — shorter than most television pilots.

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ERA

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26 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.

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RUNTIME

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Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.

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CAST

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Robby Benson and Dixie Carter and Hal Holbrook carry the top of the cast.

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WILD

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IMDB entry: tt0267675 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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6 / 6

WILD

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Only 46 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

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The take

Glen Hill directs. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Dialogue in English.

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Things worth knowing

1Tight 76-minute runtime — shorter than most television pilots.
226 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.
3Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.
4Robby Benson and Dixie Carter and Hal Holbrook carry the top of the cast.
5IMDB entry: tt0267675 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
6Only 46 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.