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The Santa Clause 2 Reviews

2002 Certificate U
  • Rated:
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Scott Calvin has been Santa Claus for the past eight years, and his loyal elves consider him the best Santa ever. But Santa's got problems--he's even mysteriously losing weight--and things quickly go south when he finds out that his son, Charlie, has landed on this year's "naughty" list. Desperate to help his son, Scott heads .. Read more

Starring Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell, Eric Lloyd, David Krumholtz
Director Michael Lembeck
Genres Children, Comedy

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  • Critics' reviews (3) of The Santa Clause 2

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  • 2 stars out of 5

    Seasonal cheer will be in short supply from anybody over the age of ten who watches this lacklustre sequel to the amiable 1994 Christmas comedy. A sugary confection of festive clichés, half-baked jokes and blatant product placement, it's the celluloid equivalent of an expensively wrapped box filled with junk. Superficially the film has its charm, thanks largely to a likeable performance from Tim Allen, who buttons up the Santa suit for a second outing — this time to bag the perfect Mrs Claus or lose his job. There's also the introduction of the hilarious Board of Legendary Characters — the Tooth Fairy in particular provides a nice counterpoint to all the yuletide schmaltz. Unfortunately, the overstretched plot and absence of any impressive set pieces means that there is insufficient magic to capture the imaginations of any but the youngest audience. It simply feels like a marketing opportunity, without the sincerity and genuine warmth the Christmas season represents.

    • Radio Times
  • In Part One, divorcé Scott Calvin (Allen) signed a contract that transformed him into Father Christmas. He grew a... read more on Time Out

    • Time Out
  • Amiable, eminently forgettable comedy of suburban life.

    • Halliwell's Film Guide
  • Most helpful members' reviews (3) of The Santa Clause 2

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  • 6 out of 8 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 4 stars

    A Great Film For The Whole Family

    A film that the entire family will enjoy.

    As good as the first if not better.

    Tim Allen at his finest.

      • Geraldine Wood from England
  • 4 out of 4 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 2 stars

    Santa does it again..

    Loved the first film.. and must admit I was a little cautious as sequels seldom tend to live up to their predecessors. Although not as good as the original, this is still a great film, Tim Allen is wonderful and on these miserable nights its a lovely film to get you in the mood for the upcoming festivities.

      • titch392000 from North East Lincolnshire
  • 3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 3 stars

    Tim Allen Returns

    The silver screen makes a welcome return for Tim Allen (Home Improvements, Joe Somebody). Fans of the original will here be disappointed by this average sequel which is not as good as the first, on saying that it is still highly watchable and Allen is on top form, especially playing a plastic version of himself. Here we are also introduced to some other mythical charactors including Father Time, the Tooth Fairy and Mother Nature... but lots more could have been done to make this a much polished version of the excellent original. Family viewing.

      • A customer from the Midlands
  • Most recent members' reviews (2) of The Santa Clause 2

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  • 1 out of 1 person found this review helpful

    Rated - 2 stars

    I wanted to like this so much

    Unfortunately, clangingly ovbious plot from the outset. Passable acting but dodgy sets. I expect more from disney.

    Raises a little christmas cheer but essentially had some big boots to fill.

      • Brendan Lee from Nottingham UK
  • 6 out of 8 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 4 stars

    A Great Film For The Whole Family

    A film that the entire family will enjoy.

    As good as the first if not better.

    Tim Allen at his finest.

      • Geraldine Wood from England
  • 6 out of 8 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 4 stars

    A Great Film For The Whole Family

    A film that the entire family will enjoy.

    As good as the first if not better.

    Tim Allen at his finest.

      • Geraldine Wood from England
  • 4 out of 4 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 2 stars

    Santa does it again..

    Loved the first film.. and must admit I was a little cautious as sequels seldom tend to live up to their predecessors. Although not as good as the original, this is still a great film, Tim Allen is wonderful and on these miserable nights its a lovely film to get you in the mood for the upcoming festivities.

      • titch392000 from North East Lincolnshire
  • 3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 3 stars

    Tim Allen Returns

    The silver screen makes a welcome return for Tim Allen (Home Improvements, Joe Somebody). Fans of the original will here be disappointed by this average sequel which is not as good as the first, on saying that it is still highly watchable and Allen is on top form, especially playing a plastic version of himself. Here we are also introduced to some other mythical charactors including Father Time, the Tooth Fairy and Mother Nature... but lots more could have been done to make this a much polished version of the excellent original. Family viewing.

      • A customer from the Midlands
  • 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 5 stars

    Full of fantasy and wonder

    A fantastic film as per usual in the Disney tradition. Full of fantasy and wonder. Kids and adults alike will love this if they have any warmth in their hearts. Santa is posed with an awkward problem that has been revealed to him in the Santa Clause (the small writing that you never read on an important contract of employment!) He has to make a life changing decision to spoil Christmas forever or fulfil his contract of employment. On top of all this his son gets into deep trouble and gets put on the "Naughty list." This is a must see film and you will truly enjoy it from the outset.

      • Mikey3 from Glos
  • 1 out of 1 person found this review helpful

    Rated - 4 stars

    Great

    Not as good as they first, but just as enjoyable.

      • chris from lincs
  • 1 out of 1 person found this review helpful

    Rated - 3 stars

    although the story was very predictable, this is a great feel good movie to watch as a family; with several funny bits.

      • A customer from BRANDON
  • 1 out of 1 person found this review helpful

    Rated - 4 stars

    A bit predicable but enjoyable in spite of this. Not as funny as the first film, but still a good romp. recommended.

      • A customer from ROTHERHAM
  • 1 out of 1 person found this review helpful

    Rated - 5 stars

    Great family Christmas movie, our adults enjoyed this as much as the children. The raindeer and north pole were fantastic.

      • A customer from SOUTHEND ON SEA
  • 1 out of 1 person found this review helpful

    Rated - 2 stars

    I wanted to like this so much

    Unfortunately, clangingly ovbious plot from the outset. Passable acting but dodgy sets. I expect more from disney.

    Raises a little christmas cheer but essentially had some big boots to fill.

      • Brendan Lee from Nottingham UK
  • 1 out of 1 person found this review helpful

    Rated - 2 stars

    Santa Clause 2 = Santa Clause?

    I loved the first movie, I've always liked Tim Allen and I thought this movie would be another success. I watched this and from the begining I could tell it was different, the mood wasn't the same as the first, it was like the movie was struggling to find its feet. Tim Allen tries hard but even he couldn't bring this movie to the standard of the first.

      • Robert Suggett from Richmond, England
  • Critics' reviews (3)

  • 2 stars out of 5

    Seasonal cheer will be in short supply from anybody over the age of ten who watches this lacklustre sequel to the amiable 1994 Christmas comedy. A sugary confection of festive clichés, half-baked jokes and blatant product placement, it's the celluloid equivalent of an expensively wrapped box filled with junk. Superficially the film has its charm, thanks largely to a likeable performance from Tim Allen, who buttons up the Santa suit for a second outing — this time to bag the perfect Mrs Claus or lose his job. There's also the introduction of the hilarious Board of Legendary Characters — the Tooth Fairy in particular provides a nice counterpoint to all the yuletide schmaltz. Unfortunately, the overstretched plot and absence of any impressive set pieces means that there is insufficient magic to capture the imaginations of any but the youngest audience. It simply feels like a marketing opportunity, without the sincerity and genuine warmth the Christmas season represents.

    • Radio Times
  • In Part One, divorcé Scott Calvin (Allen) signed a contract that transformed him into Father Christmas. He grew a... read more on Time Out

    • Time Out
  • Amiable, eminently forgettable comedy of suburban life.

    • Halliwell's Film Guide

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