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Candy Cane Lane

2023·Movie
1h 57min·PG
IMDb5.6Metacritic474.5Rotten Tomatoes44%45%

Where to watch

PrimeAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsAmazon MX Player

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Candy Cane Lane fingerprint

Funny.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Physical Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Family, fantasy, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Be careful what you wish for.

Determined to win the neighborhood's annual Christmas decorating contest, family man Chris makes a pact with an elf to help him out-do the competition. However, the elf casts a spell bringing the twelve days of Christmas to life, unleashing chaos on the small unsuspecting town.
Christmas ComedyFamily FantasyHoliday ChaosFestive & MagicalWhimsical AdventureCommunity SpiritPhysical ComedyLighthearted & WholesomeEddie Murphy Vehicle

Crew

Directed by:
Reginald Hudlin, James J.D. Taylor, Aaron Sauerland
Written by:
Kelly Younger
Produced by:
Eddie Murphy, Brian Grazer, Victoria Thomas
Composed by:
Paul Massey, Chris Navarro, David V. Butler

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Candy Cane Lane

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Candy Cane Lane legally?

PrimeAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsAmazon MX Player

Candy Cane Lane is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Candy Cane Lane worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 5.6, Rotten Tomatoes 44%, and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Candy Cane Lane rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Candy Cane Lane?

1 h 57 min

Candy Cane Lane runs 1 h 57 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Candy Cane Lane?

Critics46
Audiences49

Yes. Critics average 46 and audiences 49 out of 100, so both groups see Candy Cane Lane much the same way.

What language is Candy Cane Lane in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Candy Cane Lane?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Candy Cane Lane in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Candy Cane Lane use?

PunGenre SavvyToy TransmutationHypocriteForeshadowingUnder New ManagementLaser-Guided KarmaThe Little Shop That Wasn't There YesterdayTeam Power WalkHypocritical HumorArson, Murder, and JaywalkingReality Warperand 20 more

TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for Candy Cane Lane, including Pun, Genre Savvy, Toy Transmutation.