The Santa Clause 2
Directed by Michael LembeckBetter watch out! The big guy in red is coming to town once again. This time, Scott Calvin -- also known as Santa Claus -- finds out there's an obscure clause in his contract requiring him to take on a wife. He has to leave the North Pole to fulfill his obligations, or else he'll be forced to give up his Yuletide gig.
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- Manuel FrangisApril 29, 2025I just watched The Santa Clause 2, and I give it 5 out of 5 stars. I was a little nervous going into this one because sequels do not always live up to the original, but this movie absolutely does. It keeps everything that made the first Santa Clause so special — the heart, the humor, the magic — and adds a new story that fits perfectly without feeling like a cheap repeat. It is funny, sweet, and somehow feels even more magical the second time around. Tim Allen is back as Scott Calvin, and he is even better this time. He is completely settled into being Santa now, and he is loving it. But of course, nothing can stay perfect for long. Scott finds out there is a new problem: according to the rules of being Santa, he has to get married by Christmas Eve or he stops being Santa forever. It sounds goofy — and it is — but the movie makes it work so well. It is the perfect setup for new chaos and heartwarming moments. The best part is that you get to see a lot more of the North Pole. The sets, the costumes, the elves — it all looks even better than the first movie. The North Pole feels bigger and more alive. You get more of that magical Christmas workshop vibe that made the original so fun, but now it feels even more important because Scott’s future is on the line. The movie also brings back the best parts of the first one: Bernard the Elf is back with his sarcastic charm, Curtis steps up with more screen time, and the reindeer are just as funny and chaotic as ever. Plus, the new characters fit right in. Elizabeth Mitchell as Carol, the principal Scott falls for, is a great addition. She is strong, likable, and her chemistry with Scott feels natural. Their relationship gives the movie a lot of its heart. The humor in The Santa Clause 2 is spot-on. Tim Allen has perfect timing, whether he is struggling with his new relationship problems or trying to juggle being Santa while pretending to be a regular guy back home. There are a lot of great physical comedy moments too — especially when Scott’s "toy Santa" double gets created and causes even more chaos. Watching a plastic, over-the-top Santa rule the North Pole like a dictator is one of the weirdest but funniest things they could have done. The message of this movie is just as good as the first. It is about love, believing in yourself, and choosing family. It reminds you that even when life gets complicated and scary, it is worth fighting for the things that matter. It is sweet without being cheesy and still leaves you feeling really good by the time the credits roll. I give The Santa Clause 2 5 out of 5 stars because it captures the magic of the first movie while giving you something new to enjoy. It is full of heart, packed with great laughs, and has enough Christmas magic to make it a perfect sequel. It feels like catching up with old friends during the best time of the year. Overall The Santa Clause 2 is a wonderful, funny, and heartwarming Christmas movie that proves some sequels really can live up to the original. If you loved the first one, this is an easy must-watch for the holidays.
- davidsa865December 28, 2024One of the best Christmas movies for the family
