The Santa Clauses

TV-PG

November 8, 2022 30mFamily, Comedy,

6.457%66%7.1

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Scott Calvin is about to turn 65. Realizing that he can't be Santa forever, he sets out to find a suitable replacement Santa while preparing his family for a new life adventure south of the North Pole.

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2 Seasons

Season 1
Season 16 Episodes
Season 2
Season 26 Episodes

The Santa Clauses Ratings & Reviews

Manuel FrangisApril 29, 2025
I just watched The Santa Clauses, and I give it 5 out of 5 stars. This show really surprised me in the best way. I was excited but a little nervous going in because sometimes when they bring back something you love, it just does not hit the same. But this? This completely captures the magic of the original movies while also telling a fresh story that actually feels like it matters. It is funny, heartwarming, festive, and full of that classic Christmas spirit that made the original Santa Clause movies so special. Tim Allen is back as Scott Calvin, and it honestly feels like he never left. He steps back into the Santa role so naturally, bringing all the humor, heart, and a little bit of that grumpy sarcasm that made his version of Santa so much fun to watch. You can tell he still loves this character, and it shows in every scene. Seeing him back at the North Pole, dealing with a new set of challenges, just feels right. The story is awesome because it does not just rehash the old movies. Scott is getting older and starting to wonder if it is time to retire as Santa and spend more time with his family. That alone adds a lot of heart and real-world emotion to the show. It is about family, change, and figuring out what truly matters — all while still being packed with all the crazy North Pole magic we love. The stakes feel real, but it never loses the fun. The supporting cast is great too. Elizabeth Mitchell is back as Mrs. Claus, and she gets way more to do this time, which is awesome. Their kids, played by Austin Kane and Elizabeth Allen-Dick, are fun additions too, and it is cool seeing how growing up at the North Pole has affected them. Plus, there are plenty of new elf characters who bring a lot of energy and laughs to every scene. Every character adds something that makes the story bigger and even more festive. The North Pole looks incredible. The sets are bigger, brighter, and even more detailed than before. You feel like you could step right into that world. The costumes are amazing, the special effects look great, and the entire setting feels like it belongs right next to the original movies but upgraded for today. Every scene just oozes Christmas spirit. The humor is spot-on too. It keeps the same tone as the movies — a little sarcastic, a little silly, but always full of heart. There are a ton of little jokes and references to the older movies that fans will catch, but it never feels like it is relying just on nostalgia. It is moving the story forward in a really smart way while still giving plenty of nods to what made the series so beloved. I give The Santa Clauses 5 out of 5 stars because it perfectly brings back the heart, humor, and magic of The Santa Clause while growing the story in a way that feels real and earned. It is everything I wanted — funny, emotional, festive, and full of that classic Christmas wonder. Overall The Santa Clauses is a fantastic return to one of the best Christmas stories out there. It captures the spirit of the originals, adds something new, and leaves you feeling the same way the first movie did full of Christmas joy, laughter, and a reminder of what truly matters.

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