Klaus

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Klaus

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A desperate postman accidentally brings about the genesis of Santa Claus.

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Beautiful hand-drawn animation and a humorous, heartwarming narrative make Klaus an instant candidate for holiday classic status.

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Richard Roeper

Chicago Sun-Times

The wonderful Rashida Jones voices a teacher who could become a love interest for Jesper. And any movie that casts Norm Macdonald as a cynical boat captain who sounds exactly like Norm MacDdnald is all right by me.

Rated: 3/4

Dec 3, 2019

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Bilge Ebiri

New York Magazine/Vulture

It's awkward and weird, and yet all that awkwardness and weirdness give it personality and charm and a freewheeling, nonsensical quality that feels refreshing.

Nov 25, 2019

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Ashlie D. Stevens

Salon.com

Though there are some narrative blips in Klaus born out of a premise that is maybe just a little too complex for a 97-minute film, the movie is absolutely beautiful.

Nov 18, 2019

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Justin Brown

Medium Popcorn

Greatly enjoyed watching this with my kids. It was a bit darker than I was expecting but nonetheless it's a feel good film that's surprisingly funny.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 27, 2024

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Brandon Collins

Medium Popcorn

This is a very cute, entertaining family film. Definitely went in a different direction than I was expecting.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 27, 2024

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Charlotte Harrison

Charlotte Sometimes Goes to the Movies

A beautiful animation with a unique spin on the origin of many of our beloved Christmas traditions.

Jan 11, 2024

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Kris S

Phenomenal movie - This should be considered one of the true Christmas classics. I am extremely appreciative that Netflix granted the theater permission to play it. I also pray that this movie is made available on disc someday - it truly deserves to be seen everywhere Christmas is celebrated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/19/24

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Drew F

I'm not sure where to start about this film. Just know if you've never seen it that watching it for the first time is magical... and that never really fades with each year. The animation is top tier, but what really shapes the film is the story. Full of love and warmth. This film became a staple in our family traditions almost instantly. Every Christmas I make sure I watch its a wonderful life with my mum and now Klaus with my partner. Its that good of a film. 100/100

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/30/25

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Mason N

For me it’s the best Xmas film hands down, so well written and emotional.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/29/25

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Ben T.

I don’t even want to analysize this movie because it is so perfect if I even tried I would mess it up.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/28/25

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Maria 8

Ya había escuchado cosas buenas de esta película lo cual me motivó para verla y la verdad valió toda la pena es una película muy linda con un mensaje muy emotivo A veces eran muy odiosos los personajes pero los personajes principales 10/10 la recomiendo bastante

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

11/20/25

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Mark D.

Absolutely beautiful, to animation; to characters; to music/score; and most importantly, the story, the message that it brings. Its story is heartwarming, about goodness and kindness, how giving is better than selfish desires. The Christian values and themes this movie brings are so well written and presented. Animated/kids movies are the movies that carry the most powerful messages that almost anyone can relate to. I love this movie so much!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/09/25

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Synopsis

A desperate postman accidentally brings about the genesis of Santa Claus.

Director: Sergio Pablos
Producer: Jinko Gotoh, Sergio Pablos, Matthew Teevan, Mercedes Gamero, Mikel Lejarza, Gustavo Ferrada
Screenwriter: Sergio Pablos, Zach Lewis, Jim Mahoney
Distributor: Netflix
Production Co: Atresmedia Cine, The SPA Studios
Rating: PG (Rude Humor and Mild Action)
Genre: Kids & Family, Holiday, Comedy, Adventure, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 8, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 15, 2019
Runtime: 1h 38m
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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