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Klaus

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Klaus

PG

Released Nov 8, 2019

1h 38m

Kids & Family

Holiday

Comedy

Adventure

Animation

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

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Critics Consensus

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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erika m

Add this to your Christmas watch list. If you're like me you will watch it all year around.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/13/25

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Elias R

Realmente me sorprendió ya que al principio me comenzó a parecer otra película tonta pero avanzó y comencé a sentirme cautivado. Realmente fue increíblemente original como fueron introduciendo lo que conoces de Santa

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/12/25

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ArihantPuru D

Det var en spännande film eftersom, det finns helt tradionella julsaker runt Smeerensberg. Jag hade just tittade denna filmen på skolan och det är rolig.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/25/25

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ꕥMᴀᴇɢᴀɴ L

(SPOILERS IN THIS REVIEW‼️‼️) I'll be frank. I cried at the ending of this movie. The visuals are phenomenal, the storyline is amazing, I loved seeing Jesper develop from a spoiled selfish man into a selfless one. The humour is impeccable as well! I laughed at the jokes thrown here and there, but as I said, I also cried. Klaus is not just funny and happy-go-lucky, it's also an emotional movie. I think that they also hinted at Lydia being infertile when Klaus said that they waited and waited but they never came (the children) . And oh, man. Do not get me started at the ending, I've mentioned this several times now but I really cannot stress this enough. I cried so hard at the ending scene, watching Klaus slowly walk off into the distance and fade into dust as he joins his wife in peace... OH MAN.... I won't spoil anymore of the scenes that happen in the movie, but overall, this is an amazing film. Not just for children, but for teens and adults, I am a teenager myself and I feel this is a must-watch!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/05/25

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Luke H

One of the most outstanding animated films I've ever seen, and a Christmas staple in my household now. Beautifully written, dark but funny, and with a wonderful Christmas message about putting differences aside, I could watch this on repeat. Fantastic family film for kids and adults alike.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/28/25

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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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