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Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town

1970·Movie·G·51 min·★ 7.2(271)

“You better watch out!”

A postman, S.D. Kluger, decides to answer some of the most common questions about Santa Claus, and tells us about a baby named Kris who is raised by a family of elf toymakers named Kringle. When Kris grows up, he wants to deliver toys to the children of Sombertown. But its Mayor is too mean to let that happen. And to make things worse, the Winter Warlock lives between the Kringles and Sombertown.

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About Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town is a 1970 English-language animation, family and fantasy film directed by Arthur Rankin Jr. and Jules Bass. The cast is led by Mickey Rooney, Fred Astaire, Keenan Wynn. It has a runtime of 0h 51m. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 300 ratings.

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town was produced by Rankin/Bass Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on December 13, 1970, and carries a G certification.

Director
Arthur Rankin Jr., Jules Bass
Release date
December 13, 1970
Original language
English
Age rating
G
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Rankin/Bass Productions
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Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town cast & crew

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town was directed by Arthur Rankin Jr. and Jules Bass.

The cast features Mickey Rooney as Kris Kringle (voice), Fred Astaire as S.D. Kluger (voice), Keenan Wynn as Winter Warlock (voice), Paul Frees as Burgermeister Meisterburger / Grimsley (voice), Joan Gardner as Tanta Kringle (voice), and Robie Lester as Miss Jessica / Mrs. Claus (voice).

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Maury Laws and it was produced by Jules Bass and Arthur Rankin Jr..

Is Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town worth watching?

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 271 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed animation films.

At 0h 51m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy animation, family, and fantasy, Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town

Mickey Rooney

Mickey Rooney

Kris Kringle (voice)

Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire

S.D. Kluger (voice)

Keenan Wynn

Keenan Wynn

Winter Warlock (voice)

Paul Frees

Paul Frees

Burgermeister Meisterburger / Grimsley (voice)

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Joan Gardner

Tanta Kringle (voice)

Robie Lester

Robie Lester

Miss Jessica / Mrs. Claus (voice)

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town in India?

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▸Where can I watch Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town in the US?

In the US, Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town is streaming on Hulu, Paramount Plus Premium, and Paramount Plus Essential, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

▸What language is Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town in?

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town?

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town runs 0 hours 51 minutes (51 minutes).

▸What is Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town rated?

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town is rated G. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 271 ratings.

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