The Year Without a Santa Claus
1974 · 0h 51m · Animation, Family, Fantasy, TV Movie · United States of America · Rated G (US)
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.
Written by
William J. KeenanBased on the novel by
Phyllis McGinley6.9Smart score
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