The director of Oscar-nominated family film Monster House helms this re-imagined origin story of Father Christmas. Stars Maggie Smith (Downton...
The director of Oscar-nominated family film Monster House helms this re-imagined origin story of Father Christmas. Stars Maggie Smith (Downton Abbey), Jim Broadbent (Paddington), Sally Hawkins (The Shape of Water), Kristen Wiig (Bridesmaids), newcomer Henry Lawfull, and Stephen Merchant (Jojo Rabbit) as the voice of pet mouse Miika.
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84 %31 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
61 %361 reviewsAudience score rating
9+Age suitabilityChildren & Media rating
"A cut above the usual holiday dross."
Variety"A resplendent Santa Claus origin story with a star-filled cast, sumptuous visuals, and some melancholy details to keep it from being too sugary."
RogerEbert.com"Pulsing through this winning adventure tale is... the immersive power of storytelling."
The New York Times"Big-hearted and entertaining, but possibly lacking a little fun or oomph. A lovely warming film, though."
The Guardian"An enjoyable, good-natured, completely secular and inclusive yarn."
StuffA Boy Called Christmas | Details
- Runtime
- 104
- Genre
- Adventure, Fantasy, Kids & Family
- Country of origin
- UK
