
The Year Without a Santa Claus
Directed by Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin, Jr.
Produced by Rankin/Bass Productions
A heartwarming holiday fantasy about rekindling Christmas spirit through the efforts of Mrs. Claus and two earnest elves, built entirely on charm, warmth, and seasonal magic.
Feeling forgotten by the children of the world, old St. Nick decides to skip his gift-giving journey and take a vacation. Mrs. Claus and two spunky little elves, Jingle and Jangle, set out to see to where all the season's cheer has disappeared. Aided by a magical snowfall, they reawaken the spirit of Christmas in children's hearts and put Santa back in action.
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Questions people ask
Is The Year Without a Santa Claus easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 99% of films.
Does The Year Without a Santa Claus end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 99% of films.
Is The Year Without a Santa Claus scary? No. Less frightening than 98% of films.
Is The Year Without a Santa Claus violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is The Year Without a Santa Claus sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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