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Violent Night

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Violent Night

R

Released Dec 2, 2022

1h 52m

Holiday

Action

Comedy

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When a team of mercenaries breaks into a wealthy family compound on Christmas Eve, taking everyone inside hostage, the team isn't prepared for a surprise combatant: Santa Claus (David Harbour, Black Widow, Stranger Things series) is on the grounds, and he's about to show why this Nick is no saint.

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Critics Consensus

Violent Night isn't as wildly entertaining as its concept might suggest, but for those seeking harder-edged holiday fare, it may be a ho-ho-whole lot of fun.

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Audience Says

It could have taken its cool concept even further, but Violent Night is still a funny, gory good time -- and David Harbour is terrific as a Santa you won't want to mess with.

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Christina Newland

iNews.co.uk

It ain’t Miracle on 34th Street, but it’s a popcorn flick that has cult classic written all over it.

Rated: 3/5

Sep 18, 2024

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Donald Clarke

Irish Times

It’s like attending a party where no two guests are on sufficiently good terms to manage even 20 minutes of civilised conversation. “Perfect for Christmas Day then,” I hear you say. Too cynical.

Rated: 2/5

Dec 10, 2022

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Stephen Romei

The Australian

112 minutes of your life rather than a day, which is a small gift...

Rated: 2/5

Dec 9, 2022

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Nadya Martinez

The Latin Times

V.N. pays its respect to the cult Holiday classic Home Alone and is easily one of the funniest movies of the year. There are also some heartfelt moments, occasional bits of humanity and a traditional redemption story arc thrown in the blood-filled mix.

Rated: 7/10

Aug 23, 2024

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Laney Gibbons

Loud and Clear Reviews

Closing the film with Slade’s “Merry Xmas Everybody” was the perfect ending to a near-perfect film, and it’s definitely a must-see this holiday season.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 3, 2024

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Zach Youngs

InSession Film

Did we need a shallow dive into a deeper, new lore about Santa? No. Do we need the inevitable sequel with Valkyrie Mrs. Claus? Probably not...

Rated: C

Jul 3, 2024

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cody

Terrible movie. Probably the worst movie I’ve ever spent money on. Do no waste your money.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

04/06/25

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BassJaxter

It’s a Christmas movie, and it’s a bit of blockbuster themes I like think. Doesn’t have a compelling story, but it’s with David Harbour, and I love that dude soooo.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

12/17/24

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BRYAN J

Great film, fun to watch. Will be adding it to the holiday rotation of movies.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/30/24

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James R

St Nicholas at a different level!! fun movie!!

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

05/31/23

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The Ron

This is funny and violent take on a Christmas movie. I loved it, and it's homage to Home Alone was awesome! Not a kids movie for sure.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

05/28/23

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KJC

Love it! Love it! Love it! And will own it too to watch over & over again every holiday season.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/27/23

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Santa Claus

John Leguizamo

Scrooge

Alex Hassell

Jason Lightstone

Alexis Louder

Linda

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Violent Night: Official Clip - Santa at the Bar

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Violent Night: Official Clip - Santa vs. the Kill Squad

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Violent Night: Official Clip - Santa vs. Mr. Scrooge

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Violent Night: Official Clip - Santa's Sledgehammer

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Violent Night: Official Clip - Drunk Santa

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Violent Night: Official Clip - Death By Christmas Ornament

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Violent Night: Official Clip - Deadly Booby Traps

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Violent Night: Official Clip - Death by Icicle

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Violent Night: Official Clip - The Nativity Scene Fight

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Violent Night: Official Clip - It's Time for a Murder!

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Synopsis

When a team of mercenaries breaks into a wealthy family compound on Christmas Eve, taking everyone inside hostage, the team isn't prepared for a surprise combatant: Santa Claus (David Harbour, Black Widow, Stranger Things series) is on the grounds, and he's about to show why this Nick is no saint.

Director: Tommy Wirkola
Producer: Kelly McCormick, David Leitch, Guy Danella
Screenwriter: Pat Casey, Josh Miller
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Universal Pictures, Québec Production Services Tax Credit, 87North
Rating: R (Some Sexual References|Language Throughout|Strong Bloody Violence)
Genre: Holiday, Action, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 2, 2022, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 20, 2022
Box Office (Gross USA): $50.1M
Runtime: 1h 52m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital, Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1

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