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Becoming Santa

2011·Movie
1h 37min·NR

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and family

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5

Who it's for

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

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About

The story of one man entering the culture and character of Santa Claus for a single season.
DocumentaryChristmasSanta ClausFeel-GoodWholesomeFamily-FriendlyNostalgicHeartwarmingInspirational

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Becoming Santa

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Where can I stream Becoming Santa legally?

Becoming Santa 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 Kanopy, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Becoming Santa worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Becoming Santa rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Becoming Santa?

1 h 37 min

Becoming Santa runs 1 h 37 min.

Is Becoming Santa based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Becoming Santa?

Critics80
Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 80 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see Becoming Santa much the same way.

What language is Becoming Santa in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch Becoming Santa?

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