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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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review Read all reviews

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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 Full Review Neo M. I love it love it love it love it Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/19/25 Full Review Cameron H I made a 'RT account ONLY to give this movie five stars. It would be an incalculable tragedy if this studio never made anything else after this. Every part of this movie is a 10/10 experience, an absolute labor of love. Everything from the music, the voice acting, the beautiful and technically-brilliant animation, and last but certainly not least the best christmas story I've watched in my entire life. This movie is beautiful, and has become a yearly tradition for me. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/16/25 Full Review TROY S "Klaus" is a unique, heartwarming, and visually stunning animated Christmas movie that subverts traditional storytelling and offers a fresh take on the holiday season. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/13/25 Full Review Waki W This movie was awesome and plot. The animation is well written and good graphics. This was worth seeing in netflix and Good rewatch for the second time after the first time in 2019. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/07/25 Full Review durjoy t Such a absolute much see movie. In this generation all kind people not to watch this but also can learn from it that a true selfless act always sparks an another. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/08/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

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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