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The Year Without a Santa Claus

December 10, 1974 0h 51m 7.2/10 (194 votes)

Originally released in 1974. The Year Without a Santa Claus is a animation/family film. directed by Jules Bass. At just 51 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Shirley Booth, Mickey Rooney, and Dick Shawn

Synopsis

Feeling forgotten by the children of the world, old St. Nick decides to skip his gift-giving journey and take a vacation. Mrs. Claus and two spunky little elves, Jingle and Jangle, set out to see to where all the season's cheer has disappeared. Aided by a magical snowfall, they reawaken the spirit of Christmas in children's hearts and put Santa back in action.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 10, 1974 51 years ago
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Runtime 0h 51m 51 minutes total
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User Rating 7.2/10 Great (194 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Rankin/Bass Productions

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Year Without a Santa Claus about?

Feeling forgotten by the children of the world, old St. Nick decides to skip his gift-giving journey and take a vacation. Mrs. Claus and two spunky little elves, Jingle and Jangle, set out to see t...

Who directed The Year Without a Santa Claus?

The Year Without a Santa Claus was directed by Jules Bass.

How long is The Year Without a Santa Claus?

The Year Without a Santa Claus has a runtime of 0 hours and 51 minutes (51 minutes total).

When was The Year Without a Santa Claus released?

The Year Without a Santa Claus was released on December 10, 1974 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Year Without a Santa Claus?

The main cast of The Year Without a Santa Claus includes Shirley Booth, Mickey Rooney, Dick Shawn, George S. Irving, Bob McFadden.

Is The Year Without a Santa Claus worth watching?

The Year Without a Santa Claus has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 194 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.