Must Be Santa (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1999, Must Be Santa is a family and tv movie film directed by Brad Turner, running about 120 minutes. “Sometimes, Dreams Do Come True” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When the reigning Santa is no longer fit for duty his helpers must search for a replacement. This leads to a wacky, exhausting hunt and doesn't turn up exactly what Santa's angels hoped for. To make matters worse still, "Santy" winds up being just this side of totally undesirable.
Who’s in it. Must Be Santa stars Arnold Pinnock, Deanna Milligan, Dabney Coleman and Keenan MacWilliam, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Must Be Santa has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Must Be Santa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Must Be Santa tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Must Be Santa (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Must Be Santa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Must Be Santa worth watching?
- Must Be Santa holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Must Be Santa?
- Must Be Santa stars Arnold Pinnock, Deanna Milligan, Dabney Coleman, Keenan MacWilliam and Brian Miranda.
- When was Must Be Santa released?
- Must Be Santa was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.