The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus

Name: The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus
Genre: Animation, Family
Released: 2000-10-31
Duration: 1 h 16 min
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Robby Benson, Dixie Carter, Hal Holbrook, Carlos Alazraqui, Jim Cummings

2000·Movie·G·76 min·★ 7.1(46)

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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.

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About The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus

The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus is a 2000 English-language animation and family film directed by Glen Hill. The cast is led by Robby Benson, Dixie Carter, Hal Holbrook. It has a runtime of 1h 16m. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

It was released on October 31, 2000, and carries a G certification.

Director: Glen Hill
Writers: Hank Saroyan
Release date: October 31, 2000
Original language: English
Age rating: G
Status: Released

The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus cast & crew

The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus was directed by Glen Hill and written by Hank Saroyan.

The cast features Robby Benson as Young Santa Claus (voice), Dixie Carter as Necile (voice), Hal Holbrook as Ak - Master Woodsman of the World (voice), Carlos Alazraqui as Wisk / Wil Knook (voice) (as Carlos Alazaraqui), Jim Cummings as Old Santa Claus / Thog / Additional Voices (voice), and Mary Kay Bergman as Martha / Nymph (voice).

Behind the camera, it was produced by Mike Young.

Is The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus worth watching?

At 1h 16m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy animation and family, The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus

The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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