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The Year Without a Santa Claus

Original review by Top 100 Christmas Movies · Independent & ad-free

1982 - G - 26 MINS - FAMILY

In a nutshell

Sidelined by a nasty cold and feeling unneeded, Santa decides not to make his annual Christmas journey.  Elves Jingle and Jangle scour the world for people who still believe, hoping to convince Santa to make his trip, including trying to make it snow in a warm climate.

Our review

Mrs. Claus to the rescue.  This animated Christmas special with its great songs and jaunty delivery brings a lot of festive fun.

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