The Santa Clause

1h 37m · 1994 · Directed by John Pasquin · 3.2 / 5 on Letterboxd

The Santa Clause (1994) runs 1h 37m, directed by John Pasquin. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

On Christmas Eve, divorced dad Scott Calvin and his son discover Santa Claus has fallen off their roof. When Scott takes the reins of the magical sleigh, he finds he is now the new Santa, and must convince a world of disbelievers, including himself.

Genres: Family, Comedy, Fantasy, Drama

Where to watch: Disney+ (US, checked 9 July 2026)