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Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus

1991·Movie
1h 35min
72
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2Rotten Tomatoes–73%
IMDb7.2Rotten Tomatoes–73%

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Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics9

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Family and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchPure Escapism

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About

While newspaper writer Church struggles with the death of his wife, he receives a "special" assignment. He must answer a little girl's question about whether Santa Claus really exists.
Heartwarming Holiday ClassicJournalistic Ethics DramaFather-Daughter BondNostalgic Period PieceFaith in TruthGentle Coming-of-AgeNew York City AtmosphereWholesome Family EntertainmentEditorial Integrity ThemeComfort Watch

Crew

Directed by:
Charles Jarrott
Written by:
Andrew J. Fenady, Val De Crowl

Sequels and Prequels

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Is Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus?

1 h 35 min

Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus?

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