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Sean Astin plays an elf. That's it, that's the pitch.
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Santa Switch (2013)

made-for-TV chaosaggressively wholesomemall Santa energy

Overview

ComedyFamilyTV Movie

A struggling dad gets a new start after a strange encounter replaces his mall Santa gig with the real thing.

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Content warning
christmassanta claus
second chancesfamily reconciliationthe gig economy

Standout Aspects

Acting

Sean Astin committing harder than this movie deserves.

Best for:Family: When you need to occupy kids while wrapping presents.·Background: Perfect for scrolling your phone, occasionally glancing up.
D

Director

David Cass Jr.

ReleasedDec 7, 2013
Runtime1h 23m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacefast
Intensitylow
Tonelight
Feellight
Larry Levinson Productions

Top Cast

Ethan Erickson

Ethan Erickson

Dan Ryebeck

Anne Dudek

Anne Dudek

Linda Ryebeck

Annie Thurman

Annie Thurman

Sally Ryebeck

Griffin Cleveland

Griffin Cleveland

Joe Ryebeck

Tiffany Adams

Tiffany Adams

Veterinarian Elf

Sean Astin

Sean Astin

Eddie

John Balma

John Balma

Maitre d'

Gabriel Suttle

Gabriel Suttle

Young Dan Ryebeck

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

This aired on Up TV, a network whose entire brand is 'Hallmark but make it Jesus-adjacent.'

Cultural

David Cass Jr. is the son of David Cassidy, proving nepotism extends to made-for-TV Christmas movies.

YouTube

Hallmark Channel - Santa Switch - Premiere Promo

Hallmark Channel - Santa Switch - Premiere Promo

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