The Santa Clause 2

G

Released Nov 1, 2002

1 hr. 44 min.

Kids & Family

Holiday

Comedy

List

56%

122 Reviews

Tomatometer

43%

100,000+ Ratings

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Scott Calvin (Tim Allen) has been in the role of Santa for the past eight years, and his loyal elves consider him the best one ever. But the world of the "Merry Old Soul" turns upside down when he's dealt a double whammy of news: Not only has his son, Charlie (Eric Lloyd), landed on this year's naughty list, but Scott discovers that he must marry by Christmas Eve -- just a month away! -- or he will stop being Santa Claus forever.

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Critics Consensus

Though it's harmless as family entertainment and has moments of charm, The Santa Clause 2 is also predictable and forgettable.

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Arianna B

The second movie of the "Santa Clause" serie lacks a bit of the spark of the first one, still it guarantees a great Christmas family time with nice comedy, good acting and a nice story. It is still though bringing, in the quite expected context of a feel good movie, originality with some of the plot and it is not ripetitive and trivial as one could expect a sequel to be Also in this occasion, the characters have a quite decent evolution through the movie and they are not dull. But the element of "Toy Santa" is actually a bit irritating in its own nature: probably intended, but still disturbing as one wouldn't want to have to face all these issues! A great way to spend Christmas together and have a nice time!

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

04/03/24

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Kelly H

We really enjoyed it! It was about love and family. Everything a movie should have for a good Christmas.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/30/23

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Audience Member

Charming, but a bit too many subplots

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

12/25/23

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Quinn R

Not as funny and definitely more cheesy than the first. But still a feel good holiday movie that I couldn't help smile through. (64%)

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

12/16/23

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Brian R

Slightly better then the first only because there was more characters that were pretty memorable and the set of North Pole was expanded by a lot

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

12/13/23

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matthias s

"Santa Clause 2" might have a plot as thin as ice, but oh boy, does it warm your heart like a crackling Yule log! Surprisingly better than its predecessor, this sequel oozes Christmas vibes from every snowy scene. Tim Allen sleighs it (pun intended) once again, bringing his quirky charm to the big red suit. Elizabeth Mitchell slides in effortlessly as Tim's love interest, their chemistry as delightful as a cup of cocoa on a chilly night. This movie's like a magical snow globe, charming and captivating. It wraps you in a cozy blanket of nostalgia and holiday cheer. While it might not make the annual "must-watch" list, it's a definite rewatch for those chilly December evenings. The "Mrs. Clause" plot adds depth and humor, making it a true family flick. So, grab some cookies, cuddle up, and let "Santa Clause 2" sprinkle its festive magic on you!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

12/07/23

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Michael Lembeck

Director

Tim Allen

Scott Calvin

Elizabeth Mitchell

Carol Newman

David Krumholtz

Head Elf Bernard

Eric Lloyd

Charlie

Judge Reinhold

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Keith Phipps

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Despite the obviously mercenary nature of this sequel, there's a thimbleful of clever ideas at work here, most notably in the way Allen's RoboSanta begins to turn his toy factory into a tiny dictatorship.

Nov 5, 2019

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Nell Minow

Common Sense Media

This one deserves a "bah humbug."

Rated: 2/5

Dec 29, 2010

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Empire Magazine

Rated: 3/5

Dec 30, 2006

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Debbie Lynn Elias

Behind The Lens

On Dasher, Dancer, Prancer and Vixen! On Comet, Cupid, Donder and Blitzen! On Chet! Yes - Chet. Remember - Seeing isn't believing. Believing is seeing.

Nov 15, 2019

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Sloan Freer

Radio Times

It simply feels like a marketing opportunity, without the sincerity and genuine warmth the Christmas season represents.

Rated: 2/5

Nov 5, 2019

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Andy Patrizio

IGN Movies

Sure, it's cotton candy movie making with a totally predictable outcome. If you want a cranky Christmas, there's always Bad Santa. It's also not as funny as the original, but it's still entertaining.

Rated: 8/10

Nov 5, 2019

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Synopsis

Scott Calvin (Tim Allen) has been in the role of Santa for the past eight years, and his loyal elves consider him the best one ever. But the world of the "Merry Old Soul" turns upside down when he's dealt a double whammy of news: Not only has his son, Charlie (Eric Lloyd), landed on this year's naughty list, but Scott discovers that he must marry by Christmas Eve -- just a month away! -- or he will stop being Santa Claus forever.

Director: Michael Lembeck
Executive Producer: William W. Wilson III, Rick Messina, Richard Baker, James Miller
Screenwriter: Don Rhymer, Cinco Paul, Ken Daurio, Ed Decter, John Strauss, Steve Rudnick, Leo Benvenuti, Steve Rudnick, Leo Benvenuti
Distributor: Walt Disney Pictures
Production Co: Buena Vista (Walt Disney)
Rating: G
Genre: Kids & Family, Holiday, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 1, 2002, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 5, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $139.2M
Sound Mix: Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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