The Santa Clause (1994)

When a man inadvertantly kills Santa on Christmas Eve, he finds himself magically recruited to take his place.

Director:

John Pasquin

Writers:

Leo Benvenuti, Steve Rudnick

Stars:

Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold, Wendy Crewson

2 wins & 7 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Tim Allen	...	Scott Calvin / Santa Claus
Judge Reinhold	...	Dr. Neil Miller
Wendy Crewson	...	Laura Calvin Miller
Eric Lloyd	...	Charlie Calvin
David Krumholtz	...	Bernard the Elf
Larry Brandenburg	...	Det. Nunzio
Mary Gross	...	Miss Daniels
Paige Tamada	...	Judy the Elf
Peter Boyle	...	Mr. Whittle
Judith Scott	...	Susan Perry
Jayne Eastwood	...	Judy the Waitress
Melissa King	...	Sarah the Little Girl
Bradley Wentworth	...	Elf at North Pole
Azura Bates	...	Elf in Hangar
Joshua Satok	...	Larry the Elf

Storyline

The adventures of a divorced father who has to care for his son on Christmas. As everybody knows these days are always full of surprises...

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Plot Keywords:

christmas | christmas eve | north pole | sleigh | cookie | 

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Taglines:

You've Never Seen Santa Quite Like This Before.

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Family | Fantasy

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for a few crude moments

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English Spanish

Release Date:

11 November 1994 (USA)

Also Known As:

Santa Clause

Filming Locations:

Oakville, Ontario, Canada

Box Office

Budget:

$22,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

£3,650,123 (UK) (15 December 1995)

Gross:

£6,300,494 (UK) (19 January 1996)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Walt Disney Pictures, Hollywood Pictures, Outlaw Productions (I)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

97 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

When Scott and Charlie are driving the sleigh on the road, the truck they go by and ask about I-94 is driven by Jimmy Labriola, who played Benny on Tim Allen's show Home Improvement.

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Goofs

The scene where Scott and Charlie pull into the Denny's parking lot a sign that says "The Beer Store" can be seen. "The Beer Store" is where people only in Ontario buy beer by the case. This film is supposed to take place in Illinois.

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Quotes

Mr. Whittle: You should see a doctor, a shrink, a dietician, anything.

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Connections

Referenced in Jersey Girl (2004)

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Soundtracks

"Oh Christmas Tree (O Tannenbaum)"
Arranged by John Neufeld

User Reviews

A wonderful film

This is a truly magical film that will continue to enchant children and adults for years and generations to come.

The simple premise is executed well and Pasquin excels in making a film that appeals to all ages.

Tim Allen plays his part to perfection and has never been funnier. He captures all the heart that the film needs as well as having an excellent on screen rapport with young Eric Lloyd.

All the other cast members are good in their roles with David Krumholtz being the standout.

Overall a fantastic film that for me truly sums up the spirit of Christmas. Although I like the sequels that followed this film this is the true classic of the series.