Teddy's Christmas

G

Released Dec 1, 2023

1 hr. 16 min.

Kids & Family

Holiday

Comedy

Adventure

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5 Reviews

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While visiting a Christmas market in her Norwegian town, eight-year-old Mariann suddenly sees an unbelievable sight: on the top shelf of a carnival game booth, the most adorable stuffed teddy bear has just moved his head and sneezed. Feeling an instant connection with the living stuffed-animal, Mariann can't think of any better Christmas wish than to win him as a prize. But when someone else wins Teddy, it's up to him and his new hedgehog friend, Bolla, to reconnect with Mariann and discover the true importance of family and friendship.

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Patty M

Charming and wholesome. While it isn't a blockbuster, Teddy's Christmas is entertainment suitable for the entire family.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/09/23

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Ranny L

I like the film Teddy's Christmas because Teddy's character (Zachary Levi) makes me laugh and so does the hedgehog, Bolla (Lene Kongsvik Johansen), when they are stuck together in the basement learning to cuddle. I like how the film looks like it is from an older era. As soon as you see the snow and decor you know it is Christmas. It is very seasonal. The storyline is about a teddy bear that can talk. Marianne goes to town for an almond and ends up playing a carnival game where she sees Teddy move so she attempts to win, and does! Teddy moves the wheel because he wants to go with someone who has more money than her. She goes home to get another coin to play again but before she comes back another man wins Teddy. She goes and tries to find the man but fails. I love Teddy's character and I also enjoyed Marianne (Marte Klerck-Nilssen) and her brother's close knit relationship. You can tell they love each other. The storyline has unexpected events and is adventurous. Marianne definitely has a big imagination and I wish I had a big imagination like hers. My favorite part is when Teddy and the hedgehog are in the basement and then the hedgehog starts doing a song and dance. It is a great musical moment. She does multiple dances and waves her arms around senselessly while attempting to get Teddy to cuddle. I love how when she dances it sounds like she makes up her own language. I also enjoy when her grandpa comes to the room in a Santa Claus costume and pretends as though he is the real Santa Claus. He delivers presents and afterwards Marianne approaches him and asks if it was him. He says, "yes, but don't tell anyone." She must be extremely smart to have figured that out! The film was made in Norway and it is interesting to see all their different traditions and meals. At first, I was distracted because the words they speak don't match the movement of the actors' mouths, but then I realized that is because the actors are speaking in a different language. I got used to it pretty quickly. The film's message is to appreciate who you are and what you have. Teddy wants to be someone he isn't and go places he can't and he isn't happy until he realizes he is in a great place already. He is meant to be cuddled and now he has a whole family to cuddle with. I give Teddy's Christmas 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 8, plus adults. This film releases in theaters December 1, 2023. Avalynn G., KIDS FIRST!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/04/23

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Dan R

Wholesome family film, gives the Christmas feel good factor even if the kids did get bored on occasion due to slow pace and period setting. Overall a good watch.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

12/03/23

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Andrea Eckerbom

Director

Zachary Levi

Teddy

Marte Klerck-Nilssen

Mariann

Jan Gunnar Røise

Roger (Dad)

Nader Khademi

Paula's Dad

Mariann Hole

Hilma (Mom)

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Leslie Felperin

Guardian

This one has all the Norwegian drama of Yuletide in one tidy package, yes sir.

Rated: 3/5

Nov 28, 2023

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Pat Padua

Spectrum Culture

The film is eventually heartwarming, though one doesn’t expect to add it to a regular December rotation.

Rated: 50/100

Dec 19, 2023

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Avi Offer

NYC Movie Guru

A wholesome, harmless and enchanting adventure that will delight and amuse young audiences.

Nov 30, 2023

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Ethan Padgett

Film Threat

Children will be captivated by Teddy, and parents will appreciate the life lessons of Mariann’s storyline.

Rated: 8.5/10

Nov 29, 2023

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Roger Moore

Movie Nation

The CGI talking toys are well-done. There’s a little dancing and a bit of ziplining for your tiny tot’s amusement. But slim pickings at the “family” holiday box office or not, (this) isn’t the answer to the quality holiday film shortage this season.

Rated: 1.5/4

Nov 27, 2023

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Synopsis

While visiting a Christmas market in her Norwegian town, eight-year-old Mariann suddenly sees an unbelievable sight: on the top shelf of a carnival game booth, the most adorable stuffed teddy bear has just moved his head and sneezed. Feeling an instant connection with the living stuffed-animal, Mariann can't think of any better Christmas wish than to win him as a prize. But when someone else wins Teddy, it's up to him and his new hedgehog friend, Bolla, to reconnect with Mariann and discover the true importance of family and friendship.

Director: Andrea Eckerbom
Executive Producer: Martin Sundland
Screenwriter: Lars Gudmestad, Harald Rosenløw-Eeg
Distributor: Capelight Pictures / Blue Fox Entertainment
Production Co: Fantefilm
Rating: G
Genre: Kids & Family, Holiday, Comedy, Adventure
Original Language: Norwegian
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 1, 2023, Limited