Santa Claus Is a Stinker
""There was a very rude gentleman who wanted to fuck Therese!""
Originally released in 1982. Santa Claus Is a Stinker is a comedy film. directed by Jean-Marie Poiré. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gérard Jugnot, Thierry Lhermitte, and Anémone
Synopsis
Two neurotics, working for a suicide hotline on the night of Christmas Eve, get caught up in a catastrophe when a pregnant woman, her abusive boyfriend, and a transvestite visit their office.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 25, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (1,046 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Gérard Jugnot
as Félix
Thierry Lhermitte
as Pierre Mortez
Anémone
as Thérèse de Monsou dite « Mme S.O.S »
Christian Clavier
as Jean-Jacques dit « Katia »
Marie-Anne Chazel
as Josette dite « Zézette », compagne de Félix
Josiane Balasko
as Marie-Ange Musquin, présidente de l'association
Bruno Moynot
as Zadko Preskovitch dit « Presko », le voisin Yougoslave
Martin Lamotte
as M. Leblé, voisin du dessous
Jacques François
as Docteur Poinsot, le pharmacien de quartier
Michel Blanc
as L'obsédé sexuel au téléphone (voice)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Trinacra Films
- Films A2
- Les Films du Splendid
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Claus Is a Stinker about?
Two neurotics, working for a suicide hotline on the night of Christmas Eve, get caught up in a catastrophe when a pregnant woman, her abusive boyfriend, and a transvestite visit their office.
Who directed Santa Claus Is a Stinker?
Santa Claus Is a Stinker was directed by Jean-Marie Poiré.
How long is Santa Claus Is a Stinker?
Santa Claus Is a Stinker has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Santa Claus Is a Stinker released?
Santa Claus Is a Stinker was released on August 25, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Santa Claus Is a Stinker?
The main cast of Santa Claus Is a Stinker includes Gérard Jugnot, Thierry Lhermitte, Anémone, Christian Clavier, Marie-Anne Chazel.
Is Santa Claus Is a Stinker worth watching?
Santa Claus Is a Stinker has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 1,046 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.