The Christmas Chronicles

The Christmas Chronicles is a 2018 American Christmas comedy film directed by Clay Kaytis from a

screenplay by Matt Lieberman. The film stars Kurt Russell, Judah Lewis, Darby Camp, Lamorne

Morris, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, and Oliver Hudson. It is the first installment in The Christmas

Chronicles film series. The film was produced by 1492 Pictures and Wonder Worldwide and was

released on November 22, 2018, on Netflix.

The plot follows two children, Kate and Teddy, who notice

Santa Claus in their home and jump into his sleigh with his

reindeer; however, the sleigh eventually malfunctions and

crashes, and the presents are lost. As Christmas morning

approaches, it is up to the children and Santa to save

Christmas by correctly delivering all of the presents.

The Christmas Chronicles received mixed reviews from

critics. A sequel, titled The Christmas Chronicles 2, was

released on November 25, 2020, with much of the original

cast returning.

Characters :

Kurt Russell as Santa Claus / Saint "Nick" Nicholas, a magical figure who brings presents for people

at Christmas night, when they are asleep.

Darby Camp as Kate Pierce, an enthusiastic 11-year-old girl who is Teddy's younger sister. Unlike

Teddy, Kate has faith in Santa and decides to find Santa's sleigh on Christmas Eve.

Judah Lewis as Teddy Pierce, a 16-year-old boy and Kate's older brother who engages in malicious

activities after the loss of his father.

Lamorne Morris as Officer Mikey Jameson, a police officer who lives in Chicago, Illinois.

Kimberly Williams-Paisley as Claire Pierce, Teddy and Kate's widowed mother. She is a nurse at a

hospital in Lowell, Massachusetts.

Oliver Hudson as Doug Pierce, Teddy and Kate's late father and Claire's deceased firefighter

husband. He was lost in a fire after running into it to save several random people.

Martin Roach as Officer Dave Poveda, a police officer who lives in Chicago, Illinois who does not

remember Santa Claus.

Vella Lovell as Wendy, a hostess at a restaurant and aspiring fashion designer.

Tony Nappo as Bartender Charlie Plummer, an ex-con bartender.

Steven van Zandt as Wolfie, an inmate who formerly wanted to be a musician.

Marc Ribler as Dusty, an inmate who formerly wanted to be a musician.

Jeff Teravainen as Vincent, a villain

Goldie Hawn as Mrs Claus, the wife of Santa Claus.

Opinion:

The whole film is visually stunning! It actually feels like you’re riding along in a sleigh being pulled by

reindeer. One of my favorite scenes is when Kate ventures inside Santa’s missing sack. I will not

give away anything other then viewers being taken into a new and different world.

This is what I love about Christmas movies. We all have our own interpretation of Santa and his

world. Creativity is my favorite key element to any story.

One criticism I do have are the elves. Instead of humans, they’re creatures, a cross between the

Frozen trolls and Gremlins. They even speak in their own "elf language." The film lost its believable
touch each time I saw them on screen. I felt like I was watching a different movie once they

appeared.

The Christmas Chronicles is a touching story that warms the heart and even passes around a laugh.

There are even a few memorable cameos. It's a must-watch, especially for all its memorable lines.

And you cannot miss out on Kurt Russell’s performance. Honestly, it’s one of my favorites in a while.

He spreads Christmas joy and even a strong message. Watch this film and you’ll be taken on an

adventure you’ll never forget.