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Fatman

  • 20202020
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  • 1h 40m
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5.9/10
24K
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Mel Gibson and Walton Goggins in Fatman (2020)
To save his declining business, Chris Cringle (Mel Gibson), also known as Santa Claus, is forced into a partnership with the U.S. military. Making matters worse, Chris gets locked into a deadly battle of wits against a highly skilled assassin (Walton Goggins), hired by a precocious 12-year-old after receiving a lump of coal in his stocking. 'Tis the season for Fatman to get even, in the action-comedy that keeps on giving.
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A rowdy, unorthodox Santa Claus is fighting to save his declining business. Meanwhile, Billy, a neglected and precocious 12 year old, hires a hit man to kill Santa after receiving a lump of ... Read allA rowdy, unorthodox Santa Claus is fighting to save his declining business. Meanwhile, Billy, a neglected and precocious 12 year old, hires a hit man to kill Santa after receiving a lump of coal in his stocking.A rowdy, unorthodox Santa Claus is fighting to save his declining business. Meanwhile, Billy, a neglected and precocious 12 year old, hires a hit man to kill Santa after receiving a lump of coal in his stocking.

IMDb RATING
5.9/10
24K
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  • Directors
    • Eshom Nelms
    • Ian Nelms
  • Writers
    • Ian Nelms
    • Eshom Nelms
  • Stars
    • Mel Gibson
    • Walton Goggins
    • Marianne Jean-Baptiste
Top credits
  • Directors
    • Eshom Nelms
    • Ian Nelms
  • Writers
    • Ian Nelms
    • Eshom Nelms
  • Stars
    • Mel Gibson
    • Walton Goggins
    • Marianne Jean-Baptiste
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 503User reviews
    • 117Critic reviews
    • 40Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 2 nominations

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    Photos171

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    Mel Gibson and Marianne Jean-Baptiste in Fatman (2020)
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    Top cast

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    Mel Gibson
    Mel Gibson
    • Chrisas Chris
    Walton Goggins
    Walton Goggins
    • Skinny Manas Skinny Man
    Marianne Jean-Baptiste
    Marianne Jean-Baptiste
    • Ruthas Ruth
    Chance Hurstfield
    Chance Hurstfield
    • Billy Wenanas Billy Wenan
    Susanne Sutchy
    • Sandyas Sandy
    Robert Bockstael
    Robert Bockstael
    • Captain Jacobsas Captain Jacobs
    Michael Dyson
    Michael Dyson
    • Hermanas Herman
    Deborah Grover
    Deborah Grover
    • Anne Marieas Anne Marie
    Ellison Grier Butler
    Ellison Grier Butler
    • Christine Crawfordas Christine Crawford
    • (as Ellison Butler)
    Eric Woolfe
    Eric Woolfe
    • Elf 7as Elf 7
    Lynne Adams
    Lynne Adams
    • Pet Shop Owneras Pet Shop Owner
    Ekaterina Baker
    Ekaterina Baker
    • Helgaas Helga
    Natalie Darbyson
    • Border Agentas Border Agent
    Corbin Smyth Currie
    • Gas Station Boyas Gas Station Boy
    Paul Whitney
    Paul Whitney
    • Shooting Range Manas Shooting Range Man
    Paulino Nunes
    Paulino Nunes
    • Weyland Meeksas Weyland Meeks
    Kate Hurman
    • Mrs. Robinsonas Mrs. Robinson
    Robert Reynolds
    Robert Reynolds
    • Ralphas Ralph
    • Directors
      • Eshom Nelms
      • Ian Nelms
    • Writers
      • Ian Nelms
      • Eshom Nelms
    • All cast & crew
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    Storyline

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    A rowdy, unorthodox Santa Claus is fighting to save his declining business. Meanwhile, Billy, a neglected and precocious 12 year old, hires a hit man to kill Santa after receiving a lump of coal in his stocking.
    christmassanta claus characterpost officeassassinelf219 more
    • Plot summary
    • Add synopsis
    • Taglines
      • You know the man. You know the legend. But you don't know the real story.
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Fantasy
      • Thriller
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for bloody violence, and language
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Walton Goggins' character visits a convenience store called Nelms. The film is written and directed by the Nelms brothers, Eshom and Ian.
    • Goofs
      There are scenes in Northern Alaska just after New Years with broad daylight. At this time of year there should be no sun for about 60 days straight.
    • Quotes

      Skinny Man: I've come for your head, Fat Man!

      Chris: You think you're the first? You think I got this job because I'm fat and jolly?

    • Connections
      Referenced in Half in the Bag: Quarantine Catch-up (part 4 of 2) (2020)
    • Soundtracks
      Deck the Halls
      Written by Thomas Oliphant
      Arranged by Herman Beeftink
      Performed by The Stellar Singers featuring Brooke Wilkes, Amber-Skye Skipps, Marc Marger, Tom Patrick Propofsky (as Tom Proprofsky)
      Courtesy of Elite Source Music

    User reviews503

    Review
    Top review
    6/10
    What
    Really weird movie, but also really good- mainlh becuase of how weird it is. This is one of those movies that as your watching it you don't really believe it's even real. I feel like it could of been a tad better, needed a little more of a christmans feeling- but and i never thought id say this, mel gibson makes a good santa, gona be weird next time i watch him in something like lethal weapon or braveheart.
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    • Dec 14, 2021

    FAQ3

    • What car does Walton Goggins drive throughout the movie?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 24, 2020 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • Canada
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site (Japan)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Gã Mập
    • Filming locations
      • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Panasper Films
      • Fortitude International
      • Saban Films
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $278,378
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $108,305
      • Nov 15, 2020
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,651,413
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 40 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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